A smear is recommended every three years for most women between the ages of 25 and 49, and every five years for those between 50 and 64 years.

Our nurses offer cervical screening appointments daily but if you are having any particular problems it is advisable to make the appointment with a doctor.

If you would like more information about the screening programme or any questions about having a smear please visit: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening/

Practice nurses are trained to offer advice and support in quitting smoking through the use of counselling, nicotine replacement therapy and medication in suitable patients.

There is strong evidence that patients are more likely to quit with the assistance of someone trained in smoking cessation.

Asthma or chronic lung disease, including ‘bronchitis’ and ‘emphysema’.

Review of inhalers and their use as well as lung function testing.

Review of height, weight and blood pressure readings; monitoring medication to reduce blood pressure and any blood tests required, including cholesterol.

Monitoring of blood glucose levels, height, weight, blood pressure as well as pulses in ankles and foot care.

Monitoring of medication and insulin.

Monitoring of blood pressure, height, weight, tolerance of medication, as well as any required blood tests, including cholesterol.