Health Check to help you understand your heart health
A supportive check-in to spot early risk factors and help you plan simple next steps.
- Understand your results in plain English
- Identify risk factors early and make informed choices
- Personalised advice you can act on straight away
- Private, unhurried time to ask questions
Am I eligible for a free NHS Health Check?
- Aged 40 to 74
- Registered with a GP in England
- Not had an NHS Health Check in the last 5 years
- No existing diagnosis of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, kidney disease or high blood pressure
You do not need a formal invite. If you are eligible, we can help you book, and we also try to invite people who qualify.
If you are not eligible for a free NHS Health Check, you can still book a comprehensive Private Health Check with flexible appointment times.
View Private Health CheckClear, step-by-step review
Your health information is reviewed with you so you understand what it means and what happens next.
Results explained on the day
You will be talked through your readings and what they suggest about your overall risk.
Focus on prevention
Practical guidance to support healthier habits and reduce future risk where possible.
What this service involves
You will be asked a few questions about your health and lifestyle, and a series of routine measurements will be taken. Your results are then explained clearly, including what they may mean for your future health. You will leave with personalised guidance on practical next steps and when to follow up if needed.
Confidential discussion
Your appointment is handled discreetly, with time to talk through any concerns.
Unhurried appointment
You will have time to go through results and ask questions without feeling rushed.
What the check entails
Everything below is included in your NHS Health Check appointment.
Blood pressure check
A simple reading to help identify high blood pressure, which often has no symptoms.
Height and weight
Measurements used to calculate your BMI and monitor changes over time.
Cholesterol test
A quick finger-prick test to check your cholesterol levels.
Lifestyle questions
A short conversation about diet, activity, alcohol, smoking and family history.
Cardiovascular risk assessment
Your results are combined into an estimate of your risk of heart disease and stroke over the next 10 years.
Personalised advice
Practical, tailored guidance on any changes that could reduce your future risk.
Results discussed on the day
Your readings and next steps are explained during the appointment, so you leave with a clear picture.
Who this service is for
This service is for eligible adults who feel well but want a clearer picture of future risk.
Eligible adults aged 40 to 74
If you meet the NHS criteria, you can book here. We also try to invite people who are eligible.
Those focused on prevention
Anyone who wants to understand risk factors and make realistic changes to support long-term health.
People wanting clear results
If you prefer a straightforward explanation and a simple plan, this check can help.
Frequently Asked Questions
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