What is an Annual Health Check (AHC)?
People with a learning disability and aged 14 or over are entitled to an annual health check which is carried out by their doctor or nurse. An annual health check takes place once a year and is used to find any problems early, help keep people healthy and make sure the right care is being given.
Annual health checks are not just for those who are ill or who have pre-existing conditions. If someone has a learning disability, they can be more likely to have health problems, so an annual health check is a good way to make sure people are supported to stay healthy.
The annual health check will look at the following:
- Physical health, such as weight, heart rate, blood pressure
- Ways to stay well and what help is needed for this
- Medication
- Mental health
- Vaccinations
- Making a plan to help with meeting health goals
You can find out more on the NHS England Annual health checks page.
For more information about annual health checks, what to expect and how to get on the Learning Disability register, visit Supercharged Me.
What is ReSPECT
During your Annual Health Check, your GP may talk to you about making a ReSPECT Plan. A ReSPECT plan is a short plan about what should happen if a person needs healthcare or treatment in an emergency.
Click here to learn more about ReSPECT plans.
ReSPECT plans are made by you and your healthcare workers, working together.
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