Over 55, 65 or 75? Bulk billed health checks are available

From your 50s onwards, it’s recommended you book regular health checks with your doctor. It is important to identify health issues early and get support to prevent or delay your risk of chronic disease.

Every year:

· Regular skin checks

· Osteoporosis risk assessment

· Yearly flu vaccination (over 60)

Every 2 years:

· Heart disease risk assessment

· Blood pressure check

· Mammogram (for women)

· Check for bowel cancer

· Blood glucose test (every 3 years)

Every 5 years:

· Cholesterol and lipids checked

· Cervical screening test (for women)