In 2023, the percentage of women aged 50-69 screened for breast cancer in the Netherlands stood at 74.4. All values from 2024 onwards represent forecasted data. The forecast suggests a gradual decline in the screening rate over the years, moving from 74.4 in 2024 to 71.9 in 2028. Year-on-year variations indicate a consistent decline: -0.81% from 2024 to 2025, -0.95% from 2025 to 2026, -0.82% from 2026 to 2027, and -0.83% from 2027 to 2028. Over the last two years, the trend shows a cumulative decline of approximately 2.00%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 averages out to around -0.84% per year, highlighting a steady yet contained reduction in screening rates.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in non-invasive screening methods, public health campaigns encouraging screenings, and potential policy changes aimed at increasing screening rates or offering alternative detection methods. Monitoring these factors will be critical in understanding and addressing the downward trend in breast cancer screening rates.
