Breast Cancer Screening
Bexley Council is focusing on improving cancer screening rates to reduce health inequalities in North Bexley.
Bexley Council is currently working to improve cancer screening rates and raise awareness in North Bexley as part of its efforts to reduce health inequalities. In March 2026, the North Bexley Local Care Network received £177,153 for a two-year project to support this initiative. Three Community Health & Wellbeing Coaches are being recruited to work in deprived areas, including Slade Green.
The topic of breast cancer screening, which involves medical examinations to detect cancer at an early stage, is being addressed by these efforts. The coaches will focus on building trust and encouraging behaviour change among residents to help them navigate health services.
Key facts
- The North Bexley Local Care Network received £177,153 for a two-year project to improve cancer screening rates in March 2026. Source
- Bexley Council is recruiting three Community Health & Wellbeing Coaches to work in North Bexley to improve cancer screening rates. Source
- The £177,153 allocated to North Bexley represents 33% of the total Health Inequalities Fund. Source
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