Keep your health in Check – sign up for a free NHS Health Check
Did you know you could be at risk of serious health problems without even knowing it? If you're aged 40 to 74, a free NHS Health Check could tell you.
Published: 14 September 2026
| The NHS Health Check is a simple, free check-up designed to spot early signs of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, kidney disease and dementia. It takes just 20 minutes and could make all the difference to your long-term health.
What happens? The check includes measuring your height, weight and waist, taking your blood pressure, and a cholesterol test. You’ll also be asked about your lifestyle and family history. Staff will then tell you how you can keep fit and well, and whether you need any treatment or medicine. How to get checked? If you’re eligible, you’ll receive an invitation text from NHS No Reply. Don’t ignore it: it’s genuine. You can book at your local GP surgery or request an appointment through the Suffolk GP Federation at suffolkfed.org.uk/healthcare-services/nhs-health-checks/. For organisations and workplaces You can arrange for a health professional to offer NHS Health Checks on-site for your eligible staff*, completely free. Take control of your health Around two in three people invited for a health check don’t take up the offer. Prevention is always better than cure: book your free health check today. Your health matters. Don’t leave it to chance. |