On the Better Health Bus, eligible residents can receive a free NHS Health Check that can detect early signs of conditions like heart disease, kidney disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and dementia. NHS Health Checks are available to anyone who lives or is registered to a GP in Hertfordshire, and meet the eligibility criteria highlighted. During this 30 minute appointment, you'll answer questions about your lifestyle and medical history and have some measurements taken including a cholesterol test. Your results are available immediately and our team can organise any relevant onwards referrals.
Wellbeing Checks are offered on the Better Health Bus for any residents 18+ who are not eligible for an NHS Health Check. Wellbeing Checks are similar to NHS Health Checks, but do not include a cholesterol test and only take around 20 minutes.
If you’re a smoker and you want to quit, the Better Health Bus staff can help. They can sign you up for our 12-week one-one service, or offer you a free 4-week vape kit. Check out our Stop Smoking Service page if you’d like to explore what other options are available to help you.
Staff are also on hand to provide reliable advice and guidance to help you manage your health and signpost you to the local services that can help you.