NHS Health Check Service
About the NHS Health Check
The NHS Health Check is a health check-up for adults in England aged 40-74. It's designed to spot early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes or dementia. As we get older, we have a higher risk of developing one of these conditions.
Why Have an NHS Health Check?
Early Detection
Catch potential health issues early when they're easier to treat and manage.
Prevention
Get personalized advice on how to lower your risk of serious conditions.
Stay Healthy
Get practical support and advice to help you make healthy lifestyle changes.
What Does the Check Include?
During your NHS Health Check, we will:
- •Measure your height and weight to calculate your BMI
- •Check your blood pressure and pulse
- •Take a blood sample to check your cholesterol level
- •Check your blood sugar levels
- •Ask about your family medical history
- •Discuss your lifestyle - diet, exercise, smoking, and alcohol consumption
Who Is Eligible?
You're eligible for a free NHS Health Check if you're aged 40 to 74 and don't already have heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, or have not had a stroke. You should be offered an NHS Health Check every 5 years.
After Your Health Check
After your health check, we'll discuss your results with you and explain what they mean. Based on your results, we'll provide personalized advice on how to maintain or improve your health. If needed, we may refer you to your GP or other healthcare services for further support.
Service Details
- For adults aged 40-74
- Comprehensive health assessment
- Blood tests included
- Free NHS service
- Personalized health advice
- Private consultation room