Breast screening is a crucial facility and the fact that women in Hertsmere are missing vital appointments is worrying.
Whether the health authorities are at fault or it is simply a case of laziness or forgetfulness of patients to attend mammogram sessions is unknown.The simple fact is, this is a free facility that saves thousands of lives every year across the country. A check-up is also required only every three years.Women should heed the authorities' advice and make sure they are proactive in attending and making appointments.It is far better to be safe than sorry.
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