Screening Tests for Young Adults

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Routine Tests: Breast cancer | Cervical cancer | Chlamydia | High cholesterol | Skin Cancer

If at Risk: Iron Overload | Tuberculosis

Breast cancer

The NHS Breast Screening Programme provides free breast screening every three years for all women in the UK aged 50 and over.

For younger women, regular self examination or examination as part of a regular medical examination is recommended.

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