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Are Regular Breast Examinations Effective Against Cancer?

Why a recent breast cancer study suggests regularly checking your breasts is not enough

Millions of women have been taught to examine themselves for signs of breast cancer, but a recent study suggests this may not be effective. Dr David Thomas from The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Centre in Seattle joins the show to explain why.

Also on the programme: The designer hats and handbags which are a load of old rubbish - literally. Plus, is the age of chivalry really dead and - and do we care?

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28 minutes

主播大秀 World Service Archive

This programme was restored as part of the World Service archive project