Free health checks available for eligible residents this autumn

One You East Sussex supported by Wealden District Council is bringing the free NHS health check roadshow to communities across Wealden this autumn.

Following the success of the previous roadshows, One You East Sussex will again be using its community outreach campervan, COLIN, to provide bookable NHS health check appointments and health advice. The appointments will take between 30-40 minutes and results will be discussed during the session.  Spaces are limited and unlikely to be available on the day, so we encourage booking in advance. To make an appointment, email them or call 01323 404600.

Residents need to fulfil the following criteria to be eligible:

• Aged between 40-74.
• Be an East Sussex resident.
• Are not currently prescribed blood pressure or cholesterol medications.
• Do not suffer from Diabetes, heart, circulatory, kidney conditions or have not previously suffered from any cardiovascular events.
• Have not previously had an NHS health check in the last five years.

New to this autumn roadshow, will be checks offered from Sea Road Car Park in Pevensey Bay.

The Roadshow dates and locations are:

 Tuesday 8 September – Station Road East Car Park, Heathfield

Wednesday 9 September – Vicarage Lane Car Park, Hailsham

Tuesday 15 September – Luxford Car Park, Civic Approach, Uckfield

Wednesday 16 September – Croft Road Car Park, Crowborough

Tuesday 29 September – Vicarage Lane Car Park, Hailsham

Wednesday 30 September – Station Road East Car Park, Heathfield

Tuesday 6 October – Croft Rd Car Park, Crowborough

Wednesday 7 October – Luxford Car Park, Civic Approach, Uckfield

Wednesday 14 October – Sea Road Car Park, Pevensey Bay

Councillor Kelvin Williams, Alliance for Wealden (Liberal Democrat) and lead councillor for Public Health and Asset Management, said, “We are pleased to offer free health checks again, a healthy community begins with everyone taking the time to care for themselves.  Even when you feel fine, taking the time to have a check-up can help protect your own health. Small steps today can prevent bigger challenges tomorrow, and together we can create a healthier future for all.”

Hattie Deacon, NHS health checks lead, One You East Sussex, said, “The Wealden Roadshow has been a huge success over the past couple of years. Each session has consistently booked up very quickly, reflecting the demand across all the communities in Wealden. Feedback from attendees has been positive, with many expressing gratitude for having access to such an important health service right on their doorstep. The convenient, accessible locations and the warm, welcoming environment have helped break down barriers to healthcare and encouraged more people to take proactive steps in looking after their health.”