Cancer Screening

Cervical Screening

The NHS offers a national screening programme open to all women from the age of 25. During screening, a small sample of cells is taken from the cervix and checked under a microscope for abnormalities. This test is commonly referred to as a cervical smear test.

www.leedsccg.nhs.ukWebsite:

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening

The service is based at Seacroft Hospital in Leeds and is a joint venture between the Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust and the Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust.

Website: www.leedsth.nhs.uk

Breast Screening

About 1 in 8 women in the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. If it’s detected early, treatment is more successful and there’s a good chance of recovery.

Website: NHS: Breast Cancer Screening

Bowel Screening

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Everyone aged 60–74 will receive a pack through the post.

Telephone: 0800 707 6060