Screening is a way of identifying apparently healthy people who may have an increased risk of a particular condition. The NHS offers a range of screening tests to different sections of the population. The NHS screening programmes currently offered in England are listed below please click on links to find out more.

AAA screening is offered to men in their 65th year to detect abdominal aortic aneurysms (a dangerous swelling in the aorta). Men over 65 can self-refer.

Breast screening is offered to women aged 50 to 70 to detect early signs of breast cancer. Women over 70 can self-refer.

Cervical screening is offered to women aged 25 to 64 to check the health of cells in the cervix. It is offered every 3 years for those aged 26 to 49, and every 5 years from the ages of 50 to 64.

• Diabetic eye screening is a test to check for eye problems caused by diabetes.
• Eye problems caused by diabetes are called diabetic retinopathy. This can lead to sight loss if it's not found early.
• The eye screening test can find problems before they affect your sight.
• Pictures are taken of the back of your eyes to check for any changes.
• If you have diabetes and you're aged 12 or over, you'll get a letter asking you to have your eyes checked at least once a year.