Cervical screening is evolving to be more effective and less invasive…..
Thanks to improved testing for Human Papillomavirus (HPV) introduced in 2018, we can now detect risk earlier—before cancer has a chance to develop. From 1st July 2025, younger women (aged 25 to 49) who test negative for HPV, meaning they are at very low risk of cervical cancer over the next 10-15 years, will safely be invited at 5-year intervals rather than 3, in line with major clinical evidence.
Those whose sample indicates the presence of HPV or who have a recent history of HPV, which causes nearly all cervical cancers, will continue to be invited to more frequent screenings to check on the status of the HPV infection.
If you have had a reminder letter, you can call the Staywell Clinic to make an appointment – T: 642638 Mon & Thurs 9 am till 2 pm. You can leave a message and we will get back to you.
Please remember though that if you are concerned about any symptoms that you are experiencing, please contact your GP surgery and request an urgent appointment.