Cervical screening checks for abnormal (pre-cancerous) cells in the cervix to help prevent cervical cancer. It is not a test for cancer, but a check on the health of the cervix.

• Ages 25–49: every 3 years
• Ages 50–64: every 5 years
• More frequently if results show abnormal changes

Our nurses are qualified to carry out smear tests. You must have received a screening invitation and book your appointment for when you're not on your period. Appointments usually take 10 minutes.

Please use our online booking form to request an appointment.

For more information please visit: NHS – cervical screening

Women aged 50 to 70 are invited every three years for free breast screening (mammograms) as part of the national programme.

• Helps detect breast cancer early—often before symptoms appear
• Early detection leads to simpler and more effective treatment
• First invite is usually before your 53rd birthday

If you're under 50 and have concerns, please contact us for an appointment with a GP.

For more information please visit: NHS – breast screening

There is currently no national screening programme for prostate cancer in the UK. This is because the PSA blood test — the most common test — isn’t reliable enough on its own. It can miss some cancers or suggest cancer when it’s not there.

Men over 50 can request a PSA test from their GP, who will explain the benefits and risks. A high PSA doesn’t always mean cancer, and many cancers found may not need treatment.

Research is ongoing to improve testing methods. 

If you’re concerned about prostate cancer or have urinary symptoms, book an appointment to speak to the GP.

Find out more about the PSA test

In the UK, adults aged 60 to 74 are automatically invited for bowel cancer screening every 2 years. The test is done at home using a simple kit (FIT test) that checks for hidden blood in your poo — an early sign of bowel cancer.

Early detection saves lives, so it’s important to take part when invited. If you're over 75 or under 60 and concerned, speak to your GP.  

Learn more about bowel screening

Concerned About Bowel Symptoms?

If you have new bowel symptoms such as a change in bowel habits, bleeding, or unexplained weight loss, we may recommend a FIT test. This simple stool test checks for hidden blood and is a valuable tool in detecting bowel cancer early.

Learn more about the FIT test