Smear tests14 May 2026Campaign 'far from over' as minister rules out cervical screening inquiryFor years smear tests at the Southern Health Trust were being wrongly read, leading to missed cancer diagnoses.14 May 20265 Feb 2026Period blood test could offer less invasive alternative to cervical screeningLooking for signs of the cancer in a more convenient way could help women access the test and prevent the disease occurring, researchers say.5 Feb 202622 Jan 2026'I ignored symptoms but routine tests saved my life'Cervical screening, often known as a smear test, is a test to help prevent cervical cancer. 22 Jan 202620 Jan 2026Third of Glasgow women fail to take up smear testsFigures released by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde revealed no age group in the region had hit the Scottish government target of 80% uptake.20 Jan 202619 Jan 2026Women urged not to miss their smear testsThe programme checks for human papillomavirus, which is the main cause of cervical cancer.19 Jan 202618 Jan 2026'I put off my smear test for so long out of stupidity'The 36-year-old shared her experience of undergoing treatment for severe pre-cancerous cells after years of putting off getting a smear test.18 Jan 202618 Jan 2026'I put off my smear test for so long out of stupidity'Diona Doherty shared her experience of undergoing treatment for severe pre-cancerous cells after years of putting off getting a smear test.18 Jan 20267 Jan 2026'I've been denied cervical screening four times'A woman who uses a wheelchair says she is unable to have a smear test due to inaccessible facilities.7 Jan 202627 Dec 2025Screening makes a difference, says cancer survivorShirley, 69, from Cambridge, finds out her surgery results live on TV.27 Dec 2025...
