What is the NHS health check?
- The NHS Health Check is a free check-up for individuals aged 40-74, which focuses on the health of your heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular health)
- It aims to identify patients at risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and kidney disease.
- During the check-up you’ll discuss how to reduce your risk of these conditions, and if you are over 65 you’ll also be told about symptoms of dementia to look out for, as some types of dementia have the same risk factors as these conditions.
Who is the NHS health check for?
The check is for people who are aged 40 to 74 who do not have any of the following pre-existing 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 medicines such as statins to lower cholesterol
How do I make an appointment?
Step 1
Book a blood test via: Phlebotomy (Blood Tests): Hampshire Hospitals
Step 2
Book your follow-up appointment with us at your GP Surgery for the week after your blood test date.