Alert: Cervical Screening Extended Intervals and Digital Assets

Important update to Cervical Screening in England
The NHS is changing the cervical screening programme to make it more personalised and effective.
From now on, if your cervical screening test is negative for HPV (human papillomavirus), you'll be invited for screening every 5 years instead of every 3. This is because HPV testing is very accurate and the risk of developing cervical cancer after a negative HPV result is very low.
If HPV is found, you’ll continue to be checked more often - usually every year - to make sure any changes are caught early and treated if needed.
These changes bring England in line with Scotland and Wales and help focus support where it’s needed most, while avoiding unnecessary tests for those at low risk.
Cervical screening saves lives. If you’re due a test, please don’t delay - it's quick, free, and could stop cancer before it starts. We can offer evening and weekend appointments if you need one.
If you have any questions, please contact the practice.

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Long-term Conditions and Medication Monitoring

If you have a long-term condition with annual reviews conducted at the practice, or take medication which requires regular monitoring, please click here for an update on how you will be invited to book these appointments moving forward.



Out of Hours and Emergencies

For health information and advice, or if you need medical help fast when we are closed, call NHS 111.

NHS 111 is the number to call when you need medical help fast but it’s not a life threatening emergency.

Extended Hours Clinics

Evening and weekend appointments are available with GPs and other healthcare professionals for people who find it difficult to take time off work or have other commitments during daytime hours.

The following evening and weekend appointments are available for residents living in Bracknell and Ascot at Boundary House Surgery, Mount Lane, Bracknell, RG12 9PG:

  • Monday to Friday – 18:30-20:30
  • Saturday – 08:00-14:00
  • Sunday/Bank Holidays – Morning appointments only – contact your surgery for more details

For cancellations, please call 01344 233 300. This number is available during clinic opening times, Monday – Sunday inclusive of Bank Holidays.

Please see the extended access leaflet for more information.


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The surgery works in partnership with local and NHS service providers and groups.


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You can use the NHS App to check your symptoms and get instant advice, manage your upcoming appointments, order repeat prescriptions, view your GP medical record and more.

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