Rijksinstituut voor VolksgezondheidThe execution framework describes how the breast cancer screening programme and the subsequent care are carried out so that it runs effectively and within legal, policy-related frameworks.
The document specifies the quality frameworks that are necessary to provide citizens with a uniform, reliable and high-quality population screening and related care. The implementation framework is aimed at all professionals who are involved in the breast cancer screening programme and subsequent diagnostics and in the quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation of the screening programme.
Breast cancer is most common in women who are over 50. That is why women between 50 and 75 years of age are invited to the National Programme for Breast Cancer Screening every 2 to 3 years. This screening test is designed to detect breast cancer as early as possible, even before someone develops symptoms. The screening test will take place at a local screening centre. Taking part is free of charge. You decide if you want to take part.