“I’d not used the NHS service before – I’d gone elsewhere.

But then I got my NHS South Essex invitation letter and I thought “why pay for it when there’s a free service on my doorstep?”

I wasn’t sure what to expect with the mobile unit – thought it would be a bit like a caravan, and overcrowded. But it was bigger than I thought and I was the only person there, apart from the two female radiographers, who were friendly and professional.

The mobile units were close to where I live, really easy to find and parking was fine. It was quicker than I anticipated too.”

Time precious? New to NHS South Essex breast screening?