What makes this differ from other hospital trusts is that all these services are offered under one roof.
“That’s the beauty of the unit. We all work together and are able to be part of that same service,” Stephen added. “People come from all over the country to see what we do. The unit has more than exceeded my expectations but we want to keep going forward.”
More changes are planned following a £4 million grant to extend the unit, almost doubling its size, and updating its equipment. Happily the unit was able to offer patient services, including operations, during the recent pandemic but during October Stephen says the unit expects to see more visitors than at other times of year.
“These awareness months are always a good reminder to people to go and get checked out if they have concerns and we always see more people during this time which is good news.”
To help raise funds for Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven or to volunteer, call Lexi on 01905 733786.
B R E A S T CANCE R FACT S
• Every year nearly 62,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK, that’s the equivalent of one person every 10 minutes
• 600 people in Worcestershire are diagnosed with breast cancer each year
• Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK (2014)
• Most breast cancer – about 85% - occurs in women who have no family history of breast cancer
• Exercise reduces breast cancer risk for women of all body types
• 8 out of 10 breast lumps are discovered by women themselves – don’t underestimate the importance of a monthly breast self-exam
• Breast Cancer is the biggest cause of death for women between 35 and 55
• 1 in 3 women will need to see a breast specialist at some point in their life
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• 1 in 8 women and 1 in 1000 men in the UK will develop breast cancer
• For every 1 person diagnosed with breast cancer, around 10 are seen who have worrying symptoms
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