Breast cancer screening is still going ahead in the UK. But because of COVID-19 there are delays. You might have to wait longer for your screening test or a follow-up appointment. There might also be changes to what happens at your appointment to keep you safe. This includes the staff following strict guidance on infection control to protect you and themselves. This means that you won’t be able to take someone with you to your appointment. Your results might be delayed, so ask at your appointment how long it might take and who to contact if you haven’t heard in that time. It’s important to remember that screening is for healthy people with no symptoms. If you notice any unusual changes to your body that don’t go away, talk to your doctor. In most cases it won’t be cancer, but it’s best to get it checked out.

For further information please click on the link Breast screening (mammogram) - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

If you are between the ages of 60 to 74 you will have been sent a Bowel Cancer screening kit every two years, many people who took up the test are thankful, it saved their lives.  Shifa Surgery do not want to see any of our patients miss out on this life saving opportunity. If you have not taken advantage its not to late as we can arrange for a kit to be sent out. PLEASE CONTACT RECEPTION and we will arrange for the KIT to be sent out.

Please click on the link for further information Bowel cancer screening - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

Shifa Surgery provide Cervical Screening in house with a female clinician with clinics running from Monday-Friday, alternatively, we can also book you an appointment at a different location on weekends if this is a more suitable option. 

During cervical screening a small sample of cells are taken from your cervix for testing. Before this procedure takes place, the clinician will explain what will happen during the test and answer any questions you may have. Your results will then be sent to you via a letter. Your cervical screening results letter will explain if human papillomavirus (HPV) was found in your sample, what your result means, and what happens next. Most people will not have HPV (a HPV negative result).

Speak to the GP surgery if you have questions about cervical screening invitations, results or any symptoms you have. Please get in touch to book an appointment or click on the Cervical screening - NHS (www.nhs.uk) for further information.

Shifa Surgery Ltd provide Cervical Screening in-house with a Female Clinician, alternatively, we can also book you an appointment at a different location on weekends.  Please get in touch to book an appointment or click on the Cervical screening - NHS (www.nhs.uk) for further information.