Breast screening among Muslim women

Why I chose this topic: Breast cancer is a global health concern, and improved outcomes can result from the early detection of cancer through regular breast screening. During my second-year placement in the mammography department, I noticed that few Muslim women attend breast screening appointments. Being Muslim myself, I understand that there are certain barriers that can deter some Muslim women from attending breast screening. Through my research, I have strived to highlight these barriers. Completing this research has enabled me to acknowledge the importance of encouraging women in this patient group to attend early breast screening appointments.

Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death for women worldwide¹, with a mortality rate of 11,499 deaths in the United Kingdom². Breast cancer occurs due to inaccurate cell division, resulting in abnormal cell growth³. Since the early 1900s,...