NHS Health Checks

If you're 40 to 74 years old and live in Norfolk, or are registered with a Norfolk GP practice, you could be eligible for a free NHS Health Check.

Find out more about NHS healthchecks on the NHS website and see if you are eligible.

Where can I get my NHS Health Check?

There are several easy ways to book your free NHS Health Check at a time and location that's convenient for you.

Book a free NHS Health Check with REED Wellbeing

Book your NHS Health Check at a local community venue by calling REED Wellbeing on 0808 175 0413 or by completing their online form.

Go to REED Wellbeing's online form

Some clinics may also be available for drop-in sessions where an appointment isn't necessary. Find a clinic on this list of community venues.

Enquire with your GP surgery

You'll be invited by your GP surgery for a free NHS Health Check every 5 years if:

You're between 40 and 74 years of age
Do not already have a pre-existing condition

For further information send an enquiry to your GP surgery.

Anyone aged 14 or over who is on their doctor's learning disability register can have a free annual health check once a year. Find out more about annual health checks or contact your GP surgery for more information.

Anyone aged 18 or over who has schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or psychosis can have a free health check once a year. Find out more about annual health checks or contact your GP surgery for more information.

Enquire at your local pharmacy

Some pharmacies offer NHS Health Checks to any eligible Norfolk resident. Ask at your local pharmacy for availability.

Have you received an invite to get your NHS Health Check Online?

Some patients will now be able to complete their NHS Health Check Online, thanks to an innovative pilot scheme launched by the Department of Health and Social Care. The pilot will last for 6 months.

Drayton Medical Practice (Drayton, Horsford and Horsham St Faiths Surgeries) and Great Massingham and Bayfield Surgeries are contacting eligible patients to complete their NHS Health Check in the NHS App or online browser.

If you have been invited by your practice to complete your NHS Health Check Online, refer to your original invitation for information.

Where can I get help using the NHS App?

Online help and support content is available on the NHS Health Check online help and support webpage. If this does not answer your question, complete the Contact the NHS App and account team form, selecting 'NHS Health Check Online' when prompted to select the service you are having a problem with.

There are some options for local support:

Our friendly Community Tech Coaches may be able to help. Visit our Tech Skills for life for more information.
Our libraries can also support you with the skills you need to access online health services Digital

Why have an NHS Health Check?

Having your free NHS Health Check will help you to be better prepared for the future by identifying risks early and taking steps to reduce them.

The NHS Health Check will take about 20-30 minutes, during which:

The health professional will ask you some simple questions about your family history and lifestyle
They'll record your height, weight, gender, ethnicity and age
They'll take your blood pressure
They'll carry out a simple blood test to check your cholesterol level

After the NHS Health Check you might receive:

Tailored advice and information and your overall risk of developing cardiovascular disease
Signposting to local services, such as weight management and physical activity services, to help you make any lifestyle changes (if needed)
Referral to your GP practice for management of cardiovascular risk (as appropriate)

What if I am not eligible for an NHS Health Check?

You may be able to get your blood pressure checked at your local pharmacy. Find a pharmacy that offers free blood pressure checks.
Enquire at your GP practice if you are worried about your blood pressure.
Find out more about your blood pressure
Visit the Ready to Change webpage for information and advice on improving your health.
If you live in Suffolk and are registered with a Suffolk GP practice, visit the Suffolk Healthy Hearts webpage for more information on heart health, accessing blood pressure testing and NHS Health Checks.