September - Cardiovascular Risk
Heart Age Test
Ever wondered how healthy your heart is?
The Heart Age Test:
- Tells you your heart age compared to your real age
- Explains why it’s important to know your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers
- Gives advice on how to reduce your heart age
Simply click here to take the quiz!
NHS Health Check
The 'NHS Health Check' is a free health check-up for adults in England aged 40 to 74 designed to spot early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes or dementia.
As we get older, we have a higher risk of developing one of these conditions and a NHS Health Check helps find ways to lower this risk.
To see if you are eligible for a check, and instructions on how to book, visit the NHS Health Check page.
Food Scanner
Download the free 'NHS Food Scanner' app. With a speedy scan of your family's favourite foods, you can find healthier swaps for next time you shop. Just scan the barcodes of your family's favourite foods, swipe to see the healthier options available, and make a swap next time you shop.
Download the free app and start finding healthier swaps today, on the App Store or via Google Play.
Know Your Numbers!
This year 'Know Your Numbers!' week will take place on 5th-11th September, raising awareness of high blood pressure and encouraging all adults to get a blood pressure check.
It's important to get an accurate blood pressure reading so that you have a clearer picture of risks to your health.
Home blood pressure monitoring is an effective and inexpensive way to keep blood pressure under control and you, and you can find out how to home monitor here.