Health Screening

​Screening is a process of identifying apparently healthy people who may be at increased risk of a disease or condition. They can then be offered information, further tests and appropriate treatment to reduce their risk and/or any complications arising from the disease or condition.  Screening programmes allow for the early detection and treatment of potential health problems.  Public Health Wales manages the screening programmes for Wales on behalf of the Welsh Government.  The Welsh Government provide policy direction, advice and guidance on national screening programmes for the benefit of the Welsh population.
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AAA Screening:
This is to check for a swelling in the main artery that runs through your stomach region to supply the lower half of your body with blood.  If enlarged, there is a risk of rupture, and screening is offered to...

Bowel Screening:
This is to check for early signs of bowel cancer, in order that cases may be picked up earlier and treated more successfully.  It is offered to...

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Breast Screening:
​This is performed using mammograms, to look for shadows that may indicate breast cancer.  It is offered to...

Cervical Screening (Smears):
​This is performed in order to detect early signs of cervical cancer, again to improve chances of cure.  It is offered to...