'Most women have no idea how to check their breasts for cancer' - VIDEO

While many don't bother at all, many of those who do take the time are still at risk due to not being thorough enough.Speaking on ITV's Lorraine, Dr Hilary Jones explained a monthly examination should take several minutes - much longer than the cursory swipe many women may perform in the shower.To remind viewers what to do, and with the help of a female volunteer, he instructed how to perform a breast examination.When he did the same last year, it led to many women being diagnosed, including viewer Lisa Maddison. Watching at home, she realised that like many women, she too was going about the process incorrectly.  Today, as he reminded viewers of the correct procedure, Dr Hilary told presenter Lorraine Kelly: 'The key is to be breast aware - look at your breasts and feel them. Has anything changed? That's the vital thing.'He added: 'Bear in mind, periods will change things, so wait until a week after your period to check. 'And remember one woman will have different consistency breasts compared to someone else - some have soft balloons, others lumpy beanbags. 'You need to know what's normal for you so you can detect change. After the menopause, for example, breasts become softer, less firm and less lumpy,' he said. With the help of the model, Sue, Dr Hilary then proceeded to show viewers exactly how to perform a breast examination.  (dailymail.co.uk)Bakudaily.Az