NHS England recently advised breast screening services about the delayed referrals of some women who are eligible to be screened within the very high risk (VHR) NHS Breast Screening Programme. The NHS is contacting a group of 1,487 women who had radiotherapy above their waist to treat Hodgkin lymphoma when aged between 10 to 35 years during 1962 to 2003 who should have been invited for more frequent breast screening.
NHSE has sent a tailored letter to each woman eligible for VHR screening to explain the issue and to inform them of their eligibility, depending on their individual circumstances. These letters were sent first class on Monday 4 March.
The letters provide contact details for a dedicated helpline which will support women affected with any enquiries on this issue (Tel: 0345 8778962). This will initially operate 7 days a week - Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm and weekends 10am to 4pm (local call charges apply).
Further information is available on the NHS England website and you can download FAQ information here