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Breast Cancer Awareness Month Kingston upon Hull

Kingston upon Hull is host of the Castle Hill Hospital cancer centre serving Yorkshire and the Humber. Every October — across the UK and worldwide — communities come together for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join Screen One More from Kingston upon Hull and fund screening for women who have never had access.

Quick answer

Kingston upon Hull (267,100 residents, East Riding of Yorkshire) observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month each October. NHS NHS England invites women aged 50–71 for free screening every three years. Supporters can pledge Screen One More — £25 funds one complete screening for a woman overseas who has never been examined.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Kingston upon Hull

Breast Cancer Awareness Month takes place every October across the UK and worldwide. In Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, the campaign promotes early detection, encourages women to book their NHS breast screening appointment, and raises funds for breast cancer programmes — locally and in communities that lack access to care.

In Kingston upon Hull, NHS England services offer free mammography screening to all women aged 50–71 every three years. If you live in Kingston upon Hull and are registered with a GP, you will be automatically invited for screening. Women over 71 can self-refer by contacting their local NHS breast screening unit.

Breast cancer in Kingston upon Hull: the local picture

Kingston upon Hull, in East Riding of Yorkshire, has a population of around 267,100. Most breast cancers are diagnosed in women over 50, which is why NHS England offers routine screening from that age — but breast cancer can affect younger women too, so being breast aware at any age matters. Attending screening when you are invited gives women in Kingston upon Hull the best chance of catching any change early.

Regional screening uptake

NHS England reported 71.8% breast screening coverage across England in 2024/25 — a national programme figure, not a city-specific rate. View national programme source →

Find your screening service

Local screening for Kingston upon Hull is delivered by Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust — breast screening service. Use the official NHS England finder to locate your nearest breast screening unit or confirm contact details on your invitation letter.

Find breast screening near Kingston upon Hull →

The importance of early detection in Kingston upon Hull

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in England. Around 1 in 7 women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. The good news is that when detected early, the five-year survival rate in the UK is almost 90%. Regular NHS screening and breast self-awareness are the two most effective tools available to every woman in Kingston upon Hull.

The NHS recommends all women become "breast aware" — meaning they know how their breasts normally look and feel, so any change can be spotted early. The Touch–Look–Check (TLC) method is the NHS-recommended approach to self-awareness and takes only a few minutes.

Screen One More from Kingston upon Hull

Screen One More is Breast Cancer Charity's October campaign. The pledge is simple: fund at least one complete screening (£25) for a woman in a low-income community who has never had a mammogram. Whether you live in Kingston upon Hull or anywhere else, October is the moment to turn awareness into a measurable outcome — one more woman examined, one more chance to catch cancer early.

Pair your pledge with the 31-Day TLC Challenge: use Touch–Look–Check each day in October and share one fact about early detection. TLC self-examination guide →

How to get involved in Kingston upon Hull this October

  • Join Screen One More — pledge £25 (or more) to fund one screening
  • Take the 31-Day TLC Challenge and share #ScreenOneMore on social media
  • Book or attend your NHS breast screening appointment if you're aged 50–71
  • Organise a workplace or community fundraiser and direct proceeds to screening access
  • Share the TLC method with the women in your life

Breast cancer awareness beyond Kingston upon Hull

While breast cancer awareness in Kingston upon Hull is well-established, millions of women in low-income communities worldwide have never had a breast examination. In many of these communities, the five-year survival rate for breast cancer is around 40% — less than half the UK figure. The difference is not biology. It is access to screening, education and early diagnosis.

Breast Cancer Charity — an initiative of World Aid Network — funds mobile screening units, community health educators and subsidised treatment for women in the communities most at risk. This October, a donation from Kingston upon Hull could fund a screening that saves a life on the other side of the world.

Frequently asked questions

Breast cancer screening in Kingston upon Hull: your questions answered

Who can get free NHS breast screening in Kingston upon Hull?
In Kingston upon Hull, NHS England invites all women registered with a GP for free breast screening every three years between the ages of 50 and 71. Women over 71 are not invited automatically but can still self-refer by contacting their local breast screening unit.
Where is breast screening available near Kingston upon Hull?
Breast screening for Kingston upon Hull is provided through NHS England via Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust — breast screening service. Appointments may take place at a local hospital breast unit or at a mobile screening van that visits community locations across East Riding of Yorkshire. If you think you are due an appointment and have not been invited, contact your GP or your local breast screening service.
What breast cancer symptoms should I look out for?
See a GP if you notice a new lump or thickening in the breast or armpit, a change in the size or shape of a breast, dimpling of the skin, a change in the position or appearance of a nipple, or any unusual discharge. Most breast changes are not cancer, but it is important to get them checked early.
How can people in Kingston upon Hull support breast cancer charity work?
People in Kingston upon Hull can join Breast Cancer Charity's Screen One More campaign each October — pledge to fund at least one screening (£25) for a woman in a low-income community. Donate securely at breastcancer-charity.org/donate, share NHS screening and Touch–Look–Check guidance locally, or organise a workplace fundraiser. Breast Cancer Charity is an initiative of World Aid Network and is not affiliated with other charities' branded October events.
What is Screen One More in Kingston upon Hull?
Screen One More is Breast Cancer Charity's October campaign during Breast Cancer Awareness Month (1–31 October, observed across the UK and worldwide). Supporters in Kingston upon Hull pledge to fund at least one complete breast cancer screening (£25) for a woman who has never had a mammogram. Full guide: breastcancer-charity.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month
Is breast screening at Castle Hill Hospital in Hull?
Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust runs breast screening for the area, with services linked to Castle Hill Hospital — the regional cancer centre. Your invitation names the screening clinic.
How often are Hull residents invited for mammograms?
NHS England invites women in Hull every three years from age 50 to 71. Women over 71 can self-refer by contacting the local breast screening unit.

Screen One More from Kingston upon Hull

This October, turn awareness into action. One £25 pledge from Kingston upon Hull funds a complete screening for a woman who has never had a mammogram.

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