Breast Cancer Screening in Europe

Breast cancer is a major women's healthcare issue in the more developed countries. Early detection and treatment has been proven to reduce mortality.

Studies in different countries predict a reduction in death from breast cancer of roughly 30% as a result of mammography screening in women aged 50-70/75. In response to these studies, Finland, Sweden, the Netherlands, UK, and Iceland implemented nation-wide mammography screening programs.

Today, most European countries have regional mammography screening pilot projects running, and some countries, such as Norway, Ireland, and Germany, are planning to expand these screening projects into nation-wide coverage in the coming years. Europe is unique in having such nation-wide screening programs.
Europe is unique in having such nation-wide screening programmes.