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Lord Palmer of Childs Hill (LD)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 2 June 2026

Debate

Breast Cancer Screening: Women Over 70

Contribution

My Lords, I thank the Minister for that, but I am not sure that I want to wait until 2027. The facts are compelling. Early detection of breast cancer significantly boosts survival rates, especially of older people, some of whom might not last until 2027. I disagree with the policy of not sending out invitations for mammogram screenings to the over-70s. We should not leave it to self-referral every three years. Will the Minister say what outreach programmes are being implemented in the meantime to inform women of their right to self-refer? Such programmes should include informational mailings, community health talks, and leveraging technology and social media platforms, with healthcare providers having proactive discussions with seniors about continuous screenings. In the intervening period to the magic date of 2027, can the Minister assure me that all these things are happening?

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