Whitworth Chemists Branches Pharmacy Services NHS Health Check A free health check for those aged between 40 and 74 years old designed to spot the early signs of health problems. Spot early problem signs with a Free NHS Health Check The NHS Health Check is a free health check-up for people aged 40-74 years old. It is designed to spot the early signs of health problems such as stroke, kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and dementia and provide you with the advice and support you need to stay healthy for longer. Many of these diseases do not display many symptoms, which is why an NHS Health Check is so important. Visit your local branch of Whitworth pharmacy to find out more about the free NHS Health Check. When you visit the pharmacy for your NHS Health Check you will first be taken to a private consultation room within the pharmacy. Then the pharmacist will ask you general questions about your health and the health of close family members. This is to help identify whether you could have inherited any health problems. Once we have done this, we will carry out a series of health checks. We will take your blood pressure, measure your height and weight and take a small blood sample from your finger (via a pinprick test). The pharmacist will discuss the results of your tests with you as well as provide you with personalised information on how you can improve your health with simple lifestyle changes. You will also be given a copy of your test results to take home with you. You can ask questions or ask for further information on a range of healthy living topics such as losing weight, quitting smoking and reducing your high blood pressure. Your test result will help show whether you are at an increased risk of developing certain health conditions. If this is the case, we may invite you back for a follow-up health check or refer you to your GP or other health professional. The NHS Health Check is for people who are aged between 40-74 years old who have not had a stroke and do not have a pre-existing health condition. You may have received a letter from your GP surgery or local authority inviting you for your five yearly health check. If this is the case, then get in touch to arrange your free health-check appointment. Frequently asked questions The free NHS Health Check can identify the early warning signs of conditions such as kidney disease, dementia, heart disease and type-2 diabetes and help you live longer. If you’re between 40-74 book your NHS Health Check at a Whitworth Pharmacy today. Need more help? Find a branch offering this service Make appointment request See all Pharmacy Services Keep up to date Subscribe to our newsletter and receive exclusive offers and the latest health updates. Sign Up Customer Service About Us Blog Contact Us Careers Complaints Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions Cookie Policy Contact Us Call 0172 484 6648 Whitworth Pharmacy 2c Atkinsons Way, Foxhills Industrial Estate Scunthorpe Lincolnshire DN15 8QJ Accreditation SUPERINTENDENT PHARMACIST: Jan Barend Badenhorst Twitter Facebook Instagram Linkedin © 2021 Whitworth Pharmacy Registered in: England. Company Registration: 381 8717. .a{fill:#0b5a5d;}.b{fill:#4c9f39;}