Action Cancer Bus Visits Ballynahinch for Health and Wellbeing Event

Residents in Ballynahinch and the surrounding areas have availed of free basic health checks thanks to a visit by Action Cancer’s Big Bus on Tuesday 10 October, which was organised by Rowallane District Electoral Area (DEA) Forum in partnership with County Down Rural Community Network (CDRCN).

The Action Cancer Big Bus mobile clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by experienced health professionals, offering breast screening, health checks and health promotion services. These screenings can help with early detection of cancer, when it is most treatable and can also identify other health concerns such as diabetes, high cholesterol or high blood pressure, providing residents with the knowledge and tools they need to take proactive steps to safeguard their wellbeing.

The clinics were available for anyone to attend and women between the ages of 40-49 and 70+ could also avail of a breast screening service. All available appointments were fully booked on the day demonstrating the need for health events such as these.

Speaking at the event, Rowallane DEA Chairperson, Councillor Terry Andrews said, “I am delighted to welcome the Action Cancer Big Bus to Ballynahinch. Today 34 people have had the opportunity to visit the Big Bus and receive help and information to assist them in making improved lifestyle choices. Through partnership working, I am extremely pleased that we have been able to offer what could be a life changing appointment to residents in the Ballynahinch area.”