Screening is a way of detecting any abnormalities and catching them early. In many cases it can prevent cancer from developing in the first place.
The UK offers 3 different types of screening programmes for all eligible people. Breast Screening, Cervical Screening and Bowel Screening. If you are eligible you will be contacted and invited automatically.

Please see the following links for more information and advice.

NHS Cervical Screening Programme: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/cervical-screening-programme-overview
NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme: https://www.gov.uk/topic/population-screening-programmes/bowel
NHS Breast Screening Programme: https://www.gov.uk/topic/population-screening-programmes/breast

It is very important to attend for screening when you are invited

****If you are due/overdue your smear test please ring the surgery to book an appointment with the practice nurse****

Links for information in other languages

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/breast-screening-helping-women-decide
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/bowel-cancer-screening-benefits-and-risks
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cervical-screening-description-in-brief