NHS health checks are for adults between the ages of 40 and 74. As we get older we have a higher risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, dementia, kidney disease or stroke. A health check can help find way to lower the risk.
Can I have an NHS Health Check?
You are eligible for a health check if you do not have any of the following conditions:
- heart disease
- chronic kidney disease
- diabetes
- high blood pressure (hypertension)
- atrial fibrillation
- transient ischaemic attack
- inherited high cholesterol (familial hypercholesterolemia)
- heart failure
- peripheral arterial disease
- stroke
- currently being prescribed statins to lower cholesterol
- previous checks have found that you have a 20% or higher risk of getting cardiovascular disease over the next 10 years
How does an NHS Health Check work?
You will have two separate appointments. The first appointment will be for a blood test and the second appointment to discuss the results. These can be booked with the reception team.