SOUTHPOD

Supporting people with learning disabilities to attend Breast Screening

October 12, 2023 Southern Trust
SOUTHPOD
Supporting people with learning disabilities to attend Breast Screening
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As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month Lauren, who is the Southern Health and Social Care Trust's Learning Disability Breast Screening Project Nurse, wants to raise awareness and support women with learning disabilities to access lifesaving screening.
Lauren speaks with Nicky and Christine from the Breast Screening team, about the work they have done to support women by making simple reasonable adjustments which has made a difference for women with learning disabilities attend breast screening .

Why should you attend your Breast Screening appointment?
What would a client expect at a Breast Screening appointment?
What adjustments can be made for a clients appointment if they have a Learning Disability?
What can be done if English if not their first language?
How would a client with mobility issues undergo a mammogram?
What would happen if you are not able to have a mammogram?
How would a client who has a Learning Disability get their result?