Nationally and across Somerset, participation in the NHS cancer screening programmes (breast, cervical and bowel) is declining, particularly amongst women. Yet, we know that cancer screening saves lives as it helps to detect cancer, or the risk of cancer, earlier and improve the likelihood of successful treatment.
As Commissioning Manager for Planned Care and Care, I am, in collaboration with NHS England, doing a piece of work to understand why women in Somerset do or don’t take part in the NHS cancer screening programmes. The first stage is an online survey which will help to inform more targeted engagement. We would like to hear from as many women as possible, so that your views and experiences can help to identify action that can be taken to improve participation in NHS cancer screening programmes, and any changes that may be required to ensure that these services are accessible to all.
If you feel comfortable in doing so, please complete this online survey, sharing your personal views and experiences of the NHS cancer screening programmes. This should take no more than 5-10 minutes. Within the survey, there is an opportunity to share your contact details should you wish to take part in further discussions (this may be in person, on the telephone or via email). Please note: the survey closes on Friday 12th January.
Any questions or queries, please get in touch (carly.jackson12@nhs.net).
Carly Jackson
Commissioning Manager
Cancer and Planned Care, NHS Somerset
Wootton Courtenay 