As the routine cervical screening interval in Wales is extended from three to five years, we examine what this will mean for women. 

Why were cervical cancer screenings changed in Wales? 

My concern is that the changes to cervical screening will place further pressure on surgeries and stress on people experiencing symptoms

Often individuals seek private cervical smears because they are unable to obtain a smear test earlier than three to five years 

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The routine cervical screening interval in Wales has been extended from three to five years.