19% More Lives Could Be Saved If Women Are Screened For Breast Cancer At A Younger Age, Recommendation Says
ForbesMAY 2023
Women across the UK and the world should be very pleased with the new findings on breast cancer survival and how the medical community is making great strides to ensure the long-term well-being of patients. The evidence is undeniable and an absolute step in the right direction toward helping women survive this deadly disease. The UK has been very committed to detecting breast cancer early and developing the best treatments possible, and it is clearly paying off.
While there may be improvements in the detection and treatment of breast cancer, there are still many barriers that prevent thousands of women from receiving the necessary care. Unfortunately, socioeconomic status creates a massive gap in patients’ ability to get timely care, and some are forced to wait months before receiving treatment — which can mean the difference between life and death. Improvements should be celebrated, but the UK isn't even close to a victory over breast cancer.