SMEAR TEST
SAVE LIVES
NHS CERVICAL SCREENING PROGRAMME
Helps prevent cervical cancer by identifying early, pre-cancerous changes in the cervix.
The test — traditionally called a smear test — is offered to women and anyone with a cervix aged 25 to 64.
- The first invitation is sent a few months before turning 25
- Thereafter, the test is repeated every 5 years
- Trans men and non-binary people with a cervix are also eligible for screening, with the invitation process depending on their gender registration
The programme saves thousands of lives each year in the UK through early detection and treatment of cervical cancer.
01980 623983
Barcroft Medical Centre
♿ ALT: Informational NHS poster about the importance of cervical screening (smear tests). The background is teal, with the headline “Smear Test Save Lives” in large lettering. On the left, the poster explains that cervical screening helps prevent cervical cancer and is offered to people with a cervix aged 25 to 64, including women, trans men, and non-binary people. On the right, there is an image of an adult woman with long dark hair wearing a pink top, smiling softly. A pink awareness ribbon appears beside her. At the bottom, the contact number 01980 623983 and the name Barcroft Medical Centre are displayed.