Scottish women are being urged to attend cervical cancer screenings, as over one in three aren't taking up their invitation for the test that can detect the deadly disease.
New data from Public Health Scotland (PHS) shows the number of women screened for cervical cancer has dropped in the last year, with those from more deprived areas less likely to attend their regular screenings.
Also called a smear test, cervical cancer screenings are offered to all Scottish women aged 25 to 49 every three years, while those aged 50 to 64 every five years. Cancer Research UK states that nearly a staggering 99 per cent of cases are preventable, and screenings offer the best protection against cervical cancer.
