“I work in London, so taking time out for appointments is difficult for me.

But a friend of mine was diagnosed with breast cancer last year and now I know more about the statistics, I’d never miss an appointment. I managed to re-arrange my appointment for a more convenient time online and I even got seen earlier than scheduled.

Women spend most of their lives looking after everyone else and I wouldn’t change that for the world, but I’m clear about the importance of looking after myself.”

Time precious? New to NHS South Essex breast screening?