Newry Woman's Cancer Found at Re-Gen action Cancer Screening
Re-Gen marks five years of support for breast cancer awareness
A lady from Newry is celebrating being given the all-clear after early stage breast cancer was detected during a screening appointment provided through Action Cancer’s Big Bus at Re-Gen’s headquarters this past March.
The powerful real-life story is being shared as Re-Gen marks five years of supporting breast cancer awareness and renews its call for women across Northern Ireland to prioritise screening, regular self-checks and early intervention.
The Action Cancer Big Bus visited the recycling company’s Newry site for two days, providing comprehensive breast screening appointments for more than 30 women aged between 40 and 49.
Following her appointment, the attendee was recalled for further assessment and these subsequent investigations revealed a cancerous lump. As the lump was detected at an early stage, treatment could begin immediately at Belfast City Hospital. Following minor surgery and radiotherapy, the woman has now been given the all-clear and can continue her convalescence with peace of mind.
Without the screening opportunity provided through the Big Bus visit, the cancer could have remained undetected for longer. Her experience is a powerful reminder of the difference early detection can make.
This brave lady commented, “I will be forever grateful to Re-Gen for bringing The Action Cancer Big Bus to the community in March of this year. My early diagnosis led to immediate treatment, and I am now blessed to have received an all-clear from my outstanding medical team and can return to a normal life with my family and friends.”