Health checks and screenings

NHS Health Check is a free check-up of your overall health, offered to everyone aged 40 to 74. It can tell you whether you're at higher risk of getting certain health problems, such as:

• heart disease
• diabetes
• kidney disease
• stroke

If you have an NHS Health Check in Southwark, you will also be offered:

• a brief chat about your mental health and wellbeing
• a quick check to see if you are up to date with your cancer screenings
• advice around bloodborne viruses (like Hepatitis and HIV)

Looking after these areas of your health and wellbeing is important to living a healthy life as you age. Everyone will be offered these during their NHS Health Check. You can speak to your healthcare professional if you have questions or would like more information.