Over 40 Health Checks

If you are over 40 we would encourage you to attend for a routine health check every 3 years. There is good evidence that doing some simple checks in this age group can prevent or reduce the effects of certain conditions such as heart disease later in life.

This clinic is run by our health care assistant (HCA) . When you phone reception please ask them to make you an 'Over 40 health check'. You will be given the opportunity to see a nurse or doctor if the health care assistant picks up anything that she thinks we can help you with further.

At the appointment with the health care assistant the following tests will be offered:

• Height weight and waist circumference checks
• Blood pressure check
• Blood tests including tests for Diabetes and Cholesterol
• Urine tests ( please bring an early morning sample on the day you attend)

The HCA will also advise and discuss certain issues such as:

• Smoking
• Alcohol
• Diet
• Exercise

Some good websites to look at before you attend will help you to understand why we offer you these checks.

Preventing Heart Disease

www.bhf.org.uk
www.patient.co.uk

Cutting down Cholesterol

www.patient.co.uk

Stopping Smoking

www.patient.co.uk

Losing Weight

www.patient.co.uk

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