Health screenings offer several benefits in preventing future health problems. Screening helps identify issues at an early stage — even before symptoms develop. This can reduce the risk of minor conditions developing into something more serious and help you make informed decisions about your health.
Example: When cervical cancer is detected early, it is much easier to treat, preventing complications and even death.
Before booking your health screening, it's important to know that no screening is completely accurate. Sometimes there will be false negative as well as false positive diagnoses. However, the benefits of early detection typically far outweigh these risks.
Health Screening Through the NHS
In the UK, the NHS offers limited screening to certain groups:
🩺 Cervical Screening
- Who: Women aged 25 to 64
- Purpose: Detect abnormal cells in the cervix
- Frequency: Every 3 years (25-49) or every 5 years (50-64)
🎀 Breast Cancer Screening
- Who: Women aged 50 to 70
- Purpose: Identify breast cancer at an early stage
- Frequency: Every 3 years
👁️ Diabetic Eye Screening
- Who: Diabetes sufferers aged 12 and above
- Purpose: Check for early signs of diabetic retinopathy
- Frequency: Annual
Full Body Private Health Screenings
Many private patients in the UK opt for comprehensive health screenings once a year. With a wide choice of screenings available through private healthcare providers, you can access:
- ✅ Blood tests — comprehensive panels covering multiple biomarkers
- ✅ Physical examinations
- ✅ Specialist screenings
- ✅ Full-body CT scans — for serious conditions like heart failure or aneurysm
Private healthcare providers offer a full 'health assessment', also known as a 'Full Body MOT' — a comprehensive check-up of your entire body.
👉 View Our Full Body MOT Package
Our Health Screening Packages
At Walk In Clinic London, we offer a range of health screening options:
🏆 Comprehensive Elite
Our most thorough screening package covering all major health areas.
👨 Well Man Screening
Tailored health checks specifically designed for men's health concerns.
👩 Well Woman Screening
Comprehensive health checks designed for women's specific health needs.
❤️ Cardiac Screening
Heart health assessment including cholesterol, blood pressure, and cardiac markers.
🧬 Hormonal Analysis
Comprehensive hormone panel to identify any imbalances.
🍽️ Digestive & Gut Health
Assessment of digestive system function and gut health markers.
⚡ Metabolic Profile
Evaluation of metabolism, blood sugar control, and related markers.
Cancer Screenings
An extensive range of cancer screenings are available through private healthcare. You may want to select specific screenings if you're worried about symptoms or simply want peace of mind.
Available cancer screenings include:
- 🎀 Breast cancer screening
- 🔵 Colorectal screening
- 🔵 Prostate screening (PSA test)
- 🖼️ Targeted X-rays and MRI scans
- 🔬 Tumour markers (blood tests)
Private screening means you'll typically be seen quickly with results available promptly.
Other Types of Health Screenings
👶 Fertility Checks
Fertility screening involves a series of tests together with a consultation session. Key points:
- Available to singles and couples of all genders
- You don't need to have any reason for doubting your fertility
- Often done by women who want to plan for the future
- Tests include hormone levels, egg reserve (AMH), and more
🦴 Bone Density Screening
Bone density scans help identify the presence of osteoporosis. When bone density is low, there's a greater risk of fracture.
The scan can detect:
- Osteoporosis
- Brittle bone disease
- Osteomalacia
- Osteopenia
The procedure:
- ✅ Simple, quick, and painless
- ✅ Involves lying flat on a table
- ✅ Images taken of hip, forearms, and spine
- ✅ Takes approximately 20 minutes
Benefits of Regular Health Screenings
- 🔍 Early detection — catch problems before symptoms develop
- 💊 Better treatment outcomes — earlier treatment is often more effective
- 💰 Cost-effective — preventing serious illness saves money long-term
- 😌 Peace of mind — knowing your health status reduces anxiety
- 📊 Track changes — annual screenings help monitor trends
- 🎯 Informed decisions — make lifestyle changes based on results
Who Should Get Health Screenings?
Consider regular health screenings if you:
- ✅ Are over 40 years old
- ✅ Have a family history of certain conditions
- ✅ Have risk factors (smoking, obesity, sedentary lifestyle)
- ✅ Want to establish a baseline for future comparisons
- ✅ Simply want peace of mind
🏥 Book Your Health Screening at Walk In Clinic London
Health screening is an easy way to find out how well your body is functioning. We offer a range of health screening packages to suit your needs and budget.
Take control of your health — book your screening today.