If you’re aged 40 to 74 and do not have a pre-existing health condition, you should be invited to an NHS Health Check by your GP or local council every 5 years.

If you think you are eligible but have not been invited, contact your GP surgery to find out if they offer NHS Health Checks or contact your local council to find out where you can get an NHS Health Check in your area.

Some pharmacies also offer NHS Health Checks.

For more information visit NHS Health Check – NHS

Women are called for Breast Screening every three years between the ages of 50 and 70 (you will receive your first invitation between your 50th and 53rd birthday). Screening is carried out in mobile breast screening units or special clinics. After 70 you will not routinely be called for ongoing breast screening but it is available on request by telephoning 01603 287777. If you can’t decide whether or not to attend your screening or are worried this leaflet might help you – please click HERE. Check yourself regularly with help from the following leaflet – Be Breast Aware – click HERE

Women are called for screening at the age of 24 years 6 months, and then called regularly until they reach 64 years old. You will receive a letter asking you to make an appointment with the practice nurse. We can only offer screening when your  test is due. This is a very important form of screening and looks for the HPV virus which is known to sometimes cause cell changes. If you feel anxious about booking an appointment or you feel you need more information please see https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cervical-screening-support-for-people-who-find-it-hard-to-attend/cervical-screening-support-for-people-who-feel-anxious-about-attending