More convenience will mean more survivors

I’m not a huge fan of superhero films, but when I saw the news that Zoe Kravitz is due to take up the role of Catwoman I couldn’t help but think she might have some big shoes to fill. The actress is to star in the forthcoming Batman film

with Robert Pattinson, becoming the fourth notable name to don the catsuit. Zoe may be very talented, but everyone remembers Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman in the 1992 hit Batman Returns – she was so iconic. Hollywood is always remaking or rebooting films

for the next generation, but I prefer to remember the originals. I used to love Batman

and Robin when I was younger and, like most older people, I don’t think the modern versions will ever live up to the

classics. A report commissioned by the NHS has said breast and cervical cancer screening appointments should be made far more convenient.

The report hit home with me as I’m overdue for my own breast screening. I work overseas so much that it’s difficult to fit into the infrequent appointments offered at my local health centre. I’m sure it’s the same for many other working women.

We have busy lives and taking time off to look after our health isn’t easy. So, if we could pop out in our lunch break or fit an appointment in around picking up the kids, that would be fantastic. Routine screening is at an all-time low, with only around 70% of women attending appointments, so making it easier to find a time and place to be seen is vital, and could make all the difference for survival rates.