Screening changes for cervical cancer coming into effect next month

Women who don't come forward for cervical cancer screening to be offered home tests

The Department of Health has said participation in cervical cancer screening currently sits at just 68.8% - well below the NHS England target of 80%.

NHS to offer at-home cervical cancer screening test kits that 'could save 5,000 lives per year'

Women in England who are most likely to miss routine cervical screening test appointments will be offered a test to be taken at home in a bid to boost uptake.

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The home tests will be offered so that women can check for cervical cancer without visiting a GP.

NHS to roll out DIY cervical cancer testing kits

It is hoped the new DIY tests will encourage greater participation in screening and detect cervical cancer earlier

Screening changes for cervical cancer coming into effect next month

Each year around 2,700 people are diagnosed with cervical cancer in England