Cervical Screening Posted or Updated on 25 Nov 2025

Don't ignore your cervical screening - screening saves lives.

Facts (NHS UK)

Screening is a test to help to prevent Cervical cancer, not to detect cancer.

Cervical screening checks for certain types of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) which can cause cancer. This test is also called an HPV test.

It can also detect abnormal cell changes before they become cancerous, so getting screened can help to stop it before it starts.

It is a quick and easy test.

Age & Gender: It is offered to every person between the ages 25-64 years, who has a cervix and is registered with a GP.

Personalised screening intervals: From July 2025 NHS will offer cervical screening on a 5-yearly basis, the primary mode of invite will be digital via the NHS app, but letters will be sent out if needed.

UK Statistics

• In the UK, around 3,256 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year
• It is the 14th most common cancer in females in UK
• Approximately 850 women die from the disease annually (2 people per day)
• 99.8% cases of cervical cancers are preventable

What's next: Protect yourself. Get screened

Don’t wait, book your appointment today through the NHS app and take control of your health!

Any concerns? Talk to your local practice nurse or GP. Contact your GP if you are not registered or you are due for a screening or have any symptoms causing concerns.

Stop cancer before it starts.

Early detection = a healthier future.

Cervical screening has been changed in England to every five years.