How To Get Started

How people can access the service

If you feel that you would benefit from this service then please call Vitality on freephone: 0800 077 8000. A consultation can then be arranged to see how we can support you.

Free NHS Health Checks can also be arranged by calling Vitality on 0800 077 8000. There is however a criteria for suitability. The criteria are shown below.

Information on the testing

If you are in the age of 40-74 and you live in the South West Essex Area you may be entitled to a healthy life check . Your healthy life check is nothing to worry about and involves the following checks:

• Blood Pressure
• Cholesterol
• Glucose
• Lifestyle factors
• Body Mass Index
• Waist measurement check.

Cardiovascular Prevention Team

What we can do for you

• One-to-one sessions.
  • Offering advice & support on lifestyle changes.
• Free NHS Health Check.
  • 30 Minutes that could change your life.
  • The Check includes of:
    • Blood pressure
    • Cholesterol
    • Cardio vascular risk
    • Glucose
    • BMI (Body Mass Index)
    • Lifestyle (drinking, exercise, smoking)
• Exercise and Relaxation Programme
  • A 12 week programme that includes an hour of gentle exercise along with an hour of relaxation and educational talks. Educational talks cover: risk factors for cardiovascular disease, healthy lifestyle choices, diet and the heart, physical activity and the heart, functioning of the heart, behaviour change and goal setting, long term health maintenance, stress awareness and stress management, food labelling workshop and an open forum.

To book your free healthy check call freephone: 0800 077 8000

The CVD team can also signpost to other vitality services.

What to Expect:

A one-to-one session centred on your needs, lasting approximately 1 hour. We will provide support & information on:

• Goal setting
• Blood pressure
• Cholesterol
• Nutrition
• Physical activity
• Stress
• Relaxation
• Any other factors worrying you

To book your free health check call 0800 077 8000 or contact us