Screenings

Question 1

Breast test Wales age group

Answer 1

Women aged 50-70

Question 2

Breast test wales aim

Answer 2

To detect breast cancer early—before symptoms appear—using mammograms. Early detection increases the chances of successful treatment and survival.

Question 3

Newborn blood spot screening Wales age group

Answer 3

Newborn babies

Question 4

Newborn Blood Spot Screening Wales aim

Answer 4

To identify rare but serious health conditions early, such ascystic fibrosis, and sickle cell disease, allowing for prompt treatment to prevent severe complications.

Question 5

Newborn hearing screening wales age group

Answer 5

Newborn babies

Question 6

Newborn hearing screening aim

Answer 6

To detect permanent childhood hearing impairment (PCHI) early, enabling timely support for speech and language development.

Question 7

Diabetic eye screening wales age group

Answer 7

12 years and older who have either 1 or 2 diabetes

Question 8

Diabetic eye screening wales aim

Answer 8

To detect early signs of damage to the retina caused by diabetes—before symptoms arise, thereby preventing potential vision loss through timely treatment.