Preventative Medicine
At various stages in your life we suggest that you have routine consultations despite good health.
Infancy & Childhood
- Newborn assessment
- New parent support
- Infant immunisation and development assessment
- School children's health check
Adult Health
- Heart disease prevention (blood pressure, cholesterol/lipids and life style factors)
- Early detection of diabetes
- Screening for bowel cancer
- Early detection of skin cancer
- Lifestyle and exercise advice for young and old, including weight reduction, smoking cessation and healthy eating
- Annual influenza vaccination
- Hepatitis A and B immunization for at risk groups.
Well Men's Health Check
- Early detection of prostatic and testicular cancer
- Vasectomy counselling
Well Women's Health Check
- Pre-pregnancy counselling
- Contraceptive advice
- Pap smear and gynaecological examination
- Breast examination
- Menopausal advice including osteoporosis treatment
Reminder Service
Our practice is committed to preventive care. We may issue you with a reminder notice from time to time offering you preventative health services appropriate to your care. If you do not wish to be part of this system please let us know at reception.