About breast screening - Your breast screening invitation
How will I be invited?
Breast Test Wales gets your contact details held by your doctor. It is important that your doctor has your correct name and address, otherwise we may not be able to send your appointment letter to you. If you are not registered with a doctor, contact us to check if you can have breast screening.
You will need to let us know if you:
- Are moving as you will need to complete a change of address form.
- Have had reconstructive surgery, breast implants or injectable fillers as it may be more difficult to screen you.
Some people may be invited for screening who do not need it. We may not know if you are already being treated for breast cancer, or are being followed up at a hospital breast clinic.
We may also send an invitation to some people who have had both breasts removed (bilateral mastectomy).
Contact us if you require an invitation for breast screening, if you think that you should not have been invited or have any questions about your breast screening appointment.
It is really important that you let us know if you will not be attending as we might be able to offer this appointment to someone else.
Contact your doctor’s surgery if you are worried about any changes in your health. Do not wait to be invited for screening.
Breast screening is your choice
It is your choice if you want to go for breast screening. Screening does not stop you from getting breast cancer, but it is the best way to stop cancers at an early stage.
You may decide you do not want screening this time, but are happy to be invited again in 3 years’ time. Please let us know.
If you decide you do not want any further invitations for screening, you can opt out. Please contact your nearest breast screening centre to find out how.
What if I need extra support?
If you or a person you support needs information in an accessible format, or support to attend your appointment, contact us.
Page last reviewed: 6th February 2026