NHS health check for over-40s has marginal benefits, says study Research shows ‘health MOT’ helps prevent just one heart attack or stroke for every 4,762 people who visit a GP for a check-up
The NHS health check offered to everyone from the age of 40 is having little impact, according to research, preventing few heart attacks or strokes and failing to cut the numbers of people who smoke.
The “health MOT” offered every five years to people between 40 and 74 is intended to spot those at risk of cardiovascular disease and help them improve their lifestyle or get medication to keep them healthy. Continue reading... The Guardian
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The NHS health check offered to everyone from the age of 40 is having little impact, according to research, preventing few heart attacks or strokes and failing to cut the numbers of people who smoke.
The “health MOT” offered every five years to people between 40 and 74 is intended to spot those at risk of cardiovascular disease and help them improve their lifestyle or get medication to keep them healthy. Continue reading... The Guardian
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