Men's Health Checks: 

In Scotland, men's health checks are generally aimed at early detection of health problems and promoting healthy lifestyles, often through screening tests, lifestyle assessments, and consultations with healthcare professionals. 

Here's a breakdown of what you need to know:

  • Why have a men's health check?

    Early detection of health conditions allows for prompt treatment and potentially better outcomes. 

     
  • What's involved?

    Men's health checks can include various tests like blood pressure, cholesterol, urine analysis, blood tests (including PSA for prostate cancer), and ECG. 

     
  • NHS Scotland Screening Programs:

    The NHS Scotland offers specific screening programs like Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) screening for men aged 65, bowel cancer screening for men and women aged 50 to 74, and breast cancer screening for women aged 50 to 70. 

     
  • Additional aspects of men's health screening:

    BMI, body fat, diet and fitness assessments, and eye tests might also be included. 

     
  • Private Health Checks:

    WELLTREE Health offer Mens Health Checks. 
    Link to WELLTREE Health website:

    https://rb.gy/4c55rl

     

    Heart Health

    https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/cardiovascular-disease/heart-disease/