FAQS – Preventative Health Check-up

Preventative Health Check-ups have many benefits including supporting good health and spot problems early on before they become significant. If you are interested in a health check in Morden then contact Pearl Chemist Group to find out about our checkups and consultations.

Why are Preventative Health Check-ups (PHC) important?
Preventative Health Check-ups provide the opportunity to have a full health review in an unrushed appointment. They are a chance for you to discuss any health concerns plus learn about ways to improve your lifestyle, for instance, by losing weight, taking more exercise and giving up smoking or alcohol. This can reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke and avoid diabetes so PHCs are particularly important for those who are diabetics and pre-diabetic as this can be managed with lifestyle changes.

Parameters covered in Preventative Health Check-ups
Normally, an appointment is preceded by the attendee filling out a comprehensive health check questionnaire. This can then be reviewed by the doctor prior to the consultation.

On the day, physical investigations will include:-

  • Routine blood test
  • Blood pressure check
  • Urine sample analysis
  • Weight check

Specific concerns can be discussed, this might be a current health condition or one you are worried about, perhaps something connected to your family history. These issues are usually detailed on the assessment form ahead of the consultation.

What happenss after a Preventative Health Check-up
Usually, blood results are available on the day if you have a private appointment so the results can be discussed in the consultation. The doctor will also talk about what lifestyle changes could improve your health and this will all be summarised in a report sent to you a few days after the appointment.

If you are interested in preventative health check-ups then consult Pearl Chemist Group for a health check in Morden. We offer appointment times to suit busy schedules and different types of consultations to suit the requirements of individuals. Take the first step towards a better and healthier you, with an unrushed appointment which looks at all your health needs.