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FAQ's

05/01/2022
Why is CSW changing when they invite me for screening?
05/01/2022
Who are the UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC)?
05/01/2022
Do we have to listen to the UK NSC?
07/01/2022
What has changed?
05/01/2022
What is Human papillomavirus (HPV)?
07/01/2022
What is HPV testing?
07/01/2022
How does HPV testing work?
05/01/2022
Will the cervical screening (smear) test be different?
05/01/2022
When did the change happen?
05/01/2022
What has happened in the lead up to this change in Wales?
05/01/2022
Is it safe to wait five years for my next cervical screening (smear) test?
05/01/2022
I am under follow up and need more regular screening. Will the change affect me?
05/01/2022
What if I notice changes before my next cervical screening (smear) test?
07/01/2022
Are women and people with a cervix who have previously been treated for cell changes but are now back on routine recall safe to wait 5 years for their next screening test?
05/01/2022
Is the change being made to save money or reduce the number of women seen in secondary care?
05/01/2022
Are the changes only happening in Wales?
07/01/2022
Why are women and people with a cervix not invited until the age of 25?
07/01/2022
How accurate is cervical screening?