Patients who never visit their GP. No symptoms so no reason to go. But silent conditions develop undetected. Hypertension. Diabetes. High cholesterol. Pharmacy health checks find what patients do not know they have.
Health checks and health MOTs combine multiple assessments in one convenient visit. Blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, BMI, lifestyle assessment. Comprehensive health snapshot with immediate results.
Service Components
Cardiovascular Risk
Blood pressure measurement. Cholesterol testing via finger-prick. BMI calculation. Family history assessment. Smoking status. Combined cardiovascular risk calculation.
Diabetes Risk
Blood glucose or HbA1c testing. Diabetes risk score assessment. Weight and waist measurement. Family history. Lifestyle factors.
Lifestyle Assessment
Physical activity levels. Dietary habits. Alcohol consumption. Smoking status. Stress and sleep. Comprehensive lifestyle picture.
Delivering Health Checks
Appointment Booking
Allow adequate time for comprehensive check. Typically 20-30 minutes. Fasting requirements for some tests. Clear pre-appointment instructions.
Testing Process
Systematic approach to all measurements. Accurate technique for valid results. Point-of-care testing equipment. Immediate results discussion.
Results Consultation
Explain results in understandable terms. Put findings in context. Identify areas for improvement. Celebrate healthy findings too.
Follow-Up Actions
Lifestyle Advice
Practical recommendations based on findings. Diet modifications. Exercise suggestions. Smoking cessation support. Alcohol reduction advice.
Referral Pathways
Elevated results requiring GP follow-up. Clear referral letters. Urgent pathways for concerning findings. Support patients to access further care.
Repeat Checks
Recommend follow-up health checks. Track improvement over time. Annual MOT concept. Build ongoing health monitoring relationship.
Preventive Healthcare
Health checks detect problems early when intervention is most effective. Pharmacy accessibility means reaching people who would not otherwise be checked.
RxSure supports health check services with assessment templates, result recording, and follow-up tracking. Comprehensive health screening.
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