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'Needless' breast cancer deaths

Hundreds of poor women in England die needlessly from breast cancer every year, experts have warned. There are around 450 avoidable deaths among women from deprived areas each year, a study suggests.

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Early GP visits 'could make all the difference'

Women should go and see their GP at the earliest opportunity for a check-up, according to Cancer Research UK.

Experts have warned hundreds of poor women in England die needlessly from breast cancer every year.

Reacting to the new study, Dr Julie Sharp, head of health information at Cancer Research UK, said:

Other research shows that women from deprived backgrounds are more likely to feel embarrassed or worried about going to their GP - but it's important for women to take that step as going to the GP promptly could make all the difference.

All women should be aware of how their breasts normally look and feel because we know that early diagnosis is one of the most important factors in whether breast cancer treatment is effective.

– Dr Julie Sharp, head of health information at Cancer Research UK

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