Serious illnesses like heart disease and stroke are preventable. Finding out whether you’re at risk of these conditions and then taking action to live more healthily means problems are less likely to develop later on.
That’s why we’re offering everyone between the ages of 35 and 74 years a Free NHS Heart Check at their GP surgery.
The Free NHS Heart Checks consist of a consultation with the practice nurse who’ll do some quick tests, take some measurements and then calculate your risk level. You’ll then get advice on how to make the kind of lifestyle changes that are right for you.
Because even little changes can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.
There’s lots of different support available locally to help you do this.
The checks are open to people who have a GP in Blackburn with Darwen and have not already been diagnosed with a heart disease, kidney disease or diabetes.
They can help pick up on any risks associated with conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and kidney disease, which can sometimes be prevented by improvements or alterations to lifestyles.
To find out more just ask at your GP surgery or download the document below. Anyone interested in having a health check should attend on the following dates or call 0800 917 6072 to book an appointment.
The health check dates are as follows:
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22 March - Mill Hill Community centre New Chapel Street BB24DT 12pm – 4pm
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22 March - King Georges Hall Northgate BB21AA 5.30pm - 7pm 26 March - Darwen Health Centre James St West BB31AA 2pm - 7pm
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27 March - Old Town Hall King William Street BB17DT 8.30am - 1pm
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29 March - Central Library Town Hall St BB21AG 10am - 3.30pm
