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We provide awareness, advice and education and are the only charity in the UK to offer Breast Awareness sessions on a one to one basis with a nurse.

We are a charity that offers services for the early detection of breast cancer via breast awareness, advice, support and education
The only charity in the UK to offer 1 to 1 sessions with a nurse - remotely or face to face. The Lady McAdden Breast Screening Trust was opened in 1976 and started offering services for the early detection of breast cancer prior to the NHS screening program which started in 1988. With 55,000 women in UK being diagnosed annually with Breast Cancer each year (1 in 7 women will get Breast Cancer in their lifetime), our mission (as always) is to support the early diagnosis of Breast Cancer. Our principles are based on the NHS 5 point plan for being Breast Aware:
1 know what's normal for you
2 look at your breasts and feel them
3 know what changes to look for
4 report any changes to a GP without delay
5 attend routine screening if you are eligible to

Breast Awareness appointments are available to all aged 18+ either remotely (video/telephone) or face to face at our premises or in community venues - these can be booked via our website www.ladymcadden.org or by calling 01702 343288. We also provide support when you have a concern and for Breast Pain (where this is the only symptom) we run specialist clinics. Lady McAdden is not funded by the NHS and is totally reliant on public donations and fundraising. Our fundraising includes our shop at Tilbury - which has its own page - Lady McAdden Tilbury Shop.

23/10/2026

Our supporters took fundraising to new heights, strapped to the wing of a classic biplane above Headcorn Aerodrome in Kent.

The Lady McAdden Wing Walk is no small ask. Every participant faced a personal challenge to raise vital funds for people affected by breast cancer.

An awe-inspiring £30,000 (net profit) was raised. We still can't believe how they did it - physically and mentally!

Special thanks to:

Chrissy and Julie at Atlantic Pacific, Tarnya, Mandy, Debbie, Ravern, Vikash and Kunal at Eagle Cargo and Leon at Millenium Logistics 🙏

And to everyone who cheered, sponsored and donated - you are the best.

Here's to next year's event WITH acrobatics and loop-the-loops 🤸‍♀️🤸🏿‍♀️🤸🏽‍♂️

You’re helping us build the next 50 years ✈️

22/10/2026

Breast cancer isn't just something that happens later in life.

Every year in the UK, around 5,000 women aged 45 or under are diagnosed with breast cancer. It's less common at a younger age, but it does happen, and knowing your body is your best first step.

👀 Check. Feel. Look. Know 👀

Look out for skin dimpling, ni**le changes, rashes or redness, swelling or pain in your armpit, and any changes to the shape or feel of your breasts or chest.

📅 Tip: pick a regular day, like the first shower of the month, to check yourself.
Avoid checking everyday, as this won't give you a true reflection of any changes.

If something doesn't feel right, contact your GP, whatever your age.

This week BBC News shared the stories of three young women from right here in Essex, from Brentwood and Chelmsford, who were diagnosed with breast cancer in their 20s. 📰

One was a university dancer who mistook a rash for irritation from her sports bras. Another was told her lump was probably just a cyst. All three say trusting their instincts made the difference.

Read the full article here - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6x29y9pxve3o

🩺 Unsure how to check, or worried about speaking to your GP? Our nurses can help. Book a FREE appointment (online, by phone or face-to-face in Leigh-on-Sea) with no GP referral needed.

👉 https://ladymcadden.org/get-help/
📞 01702 343288

Whatever your age - before, during and after breast cancer, we're here for you 💗

19/10/2026

💗 Quiz Delight💗

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to Bev's Quiz Night at The Boundary on Friday 🧠

The tables were packed, the competition was fierce, and the raffle was a big hit 🎟️ All for a brilliant cause: Lady McAdden 50 for 50 🎀

🙌 A special shout-out to Bev and Brian who ran the event all evening with big smiles.

💰 Together you raised £1,150 which goes straight to supporting people before, during and after breast cancer.

Bev is very dear to us at Lady McAdden - we love spending time with her and she's a real asset to the charity. When asked why she gets involved she said:

"The feeling of helping is everything" 💗

Bev is a real ray of sunshine and our days are brighter with her in them.

17/10/2026

Men get breast cancer too 💙

Most men don’t know it’s possible, so they brush off the signs and wait too long to see a doctor. That delay means men are often diagnosed later, when treatment is harder.

Know what to look for:

🔹 A lump or swelling in the chest, often painless
🔹 A ni**le that turns inwards
🔹 Discharge from the ni**le
🔹 A rash, crusting or sore skin around the ni**le
🔹 A lump or swelling in the armpit

Noticed a change? Don’t wait and don’t feel awkward. Talking about it could save your life. Get support from Men's VMU https://www.themensvmu.org/ and we're here to help too.

Please share this. You could be passing it to someone who needs to see it. 💪

16/10/2026

☕ Pop in for a cuppa and a chat with our Nurse Team 💗

Got a question about breast health you’ve been meaning to ask? A worry that’s been on your mind? Or would you just like some friendly reassurance?

Come and see us at our informal drop-in session at The Novel Cafe next Tuesday! 🎗️

✨ Ask questions about breast health
✨ Talk through any worries or concerns
✨ Get support, information or reassurance

No question is too small and there’s no need to book. Just pop in whenever suits you. 😊

💜 Anyone with learning disabilities and autism is very welcome. Our nurses are happy to take things at your pace and explain things clearly.

📅 Tuesday 20th October, 10.0☕ Pop in for a cuppa and a chat with our Nurse Team 💗

Got a question about breast health you’ve been meaning to ask? A worry that’s been on your mind? Or would you just like some friendly reassurance?

Come and see us at our informal drop-in session at The Novel Cafe next Tuesday! 🎗️

✨ Ask questions about breast health
✨ Talk through any worries or concerns
✨ Get support, information or reassurance

No question is too small and there’s no need to book. Just pop in whenever suits you. 😊

💜 Anyone with learning disabilities and autism is very welcome. Our nurses are happy to take things at your pace and explain things clearly.

📅 Tuesday 20th October, 10.00 – 11.30am
📍 The Novel Cafe, 98A London Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1PG

We’d love to see you there! Please share with anyone who might find this helpful💗

15/10/2026

⏰ LAST CHANCE - It's this Sunday!

Picture this... you’re floating on a cosy double air-bed, wrapped in a blanket, eye mask on, glass of fizz enjoyed, while soothing sound waves wash over you. 🥂🎶

No phone. No to-do list. Just pure bliss😌

Serenity Waves is hosting our 50th Anniversary Floating Sound Bath, and it’s happening THIS SUNDAY. Spaces are going fast and once they’re gone, they’re gone! 👀

Your £50 ticket includes:

🛟 An hour-long float on a double air-bed with blanket & eye mask
🥂 A welcome glass of fizz
🎁 A special goody bag
🎟️ Entry into The Lady M Raffle

📅 Sunday 18th October, 12pm – 2pm
📍 Belfairs Swim Centre, Fairview Gardens, SS9 3PE

Treat yourself, grab a friend, and celebrate 50 years of Lady McAdden supporting people before, during and after breast cancer. 🎗️

👉 Book now: https://ladymcadden.org/floating-sound-bath-18th-october-2026/

14/10/2026

What a day at LMAX Group💗

Thank you for having us in to talk about breast health 🙌

Obviously there were the obligatory cakes, sweets, our knitted models and plenty of honest conversation.

Remember:

🔍 It’s not just a lump. Look out for dimpling, puckering, swelling, rash, ni**le changes or pain

👨 Men get breast cancer too

📞 Noticed a change? We’re here to talk: 01702 343288 / [email protected]
Face to face, video and telephone consultations with our clinical nurses are available.

Want us at your workplace? Drop us a message 👇

13/10/2026

💗 We need YOUR support, Leigh-on-Sea! 💗

We’re thrilled to be one of the local causes in the Waitrose Community Matters scheme at the Leigh-on-Sea store! 🛒✨

Here’s how you can help, and it costs you nothing:

1️⃣ Pick up a green token at the checkout 🟢

2️⃣ Pop it in the Lady McAdden box (look for the pink arrows! 👇

3️⃣ That’s it! Waitrose donates on your behalf 🙌

The cause with the most tokens receives £1,500, so every single token counts. That money helps us keep supporting people before, during and after breast cancer💕

📍 Waitrose, 1231/1241 London Road, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 3JA

Shopping there this month? Please give us your token, and tag a friend who shops there too! 🙏

12/10/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at our Business Breakfast this morning at our Sanctuary.

The room was full of local businesses coming together over coffee and croissants to support Lady McAdden.

No boring 60 second pitches - just an intro followed by a random engaging question that sparked natural conversations and laughter.

Thank you to Paul Robinson Solicitors LLP for sharing why you kindly took the title of Headline Sponsor with us this year. Your contribution of money, time and energy is priceless.

If you’d like to get involved please take a look at our corporate partnerships page https://ladymcadden.org/corporate-partnerships/

Address

Lady Mcadden Centre 203 Elmsleigh Drive
Leigh-on-Sea
SS94JH

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441702343288

Website

http://www.ladymcadden.org/

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