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Community Health Checks: Knowsley at Heart

Background

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the leading cause of premature death and is responsible for one third of all deaths in Knowsley – 22% higher than the national average. Of the 60,800 people in the 40-74 year age group, it is estimated that there are around 13,200 who are at high risk of CVD. In order to address health inequalities and CVD, Knowsley Health and Wellbeing Partnership, which brings together the resources and expertise of the PCT and local council, has launched the Community Health Checks initiative.

The Scheme

Launched in October 2008, the initiative aims to offer free health checks to all adults between the age of 40 to 74 years who reside or who are registered with a GP in Knowsley. In addition to GP surgeries, checks are available in a wide range of community venues including community centres, social clubs, pubs, bingo halls, supermarkets, leisure centres and ‘one stop shops’. Checks are currently available from 9am – 5pm at both ‘drop in’ and ‘fixed time’ locations and there are plans to extend this to evening and weekend sessions....

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