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Hertfordshire County Council

Better Health Bus

The Better Health Bus brings health and wellbeing to you, travelling around the county to provide free health checks, support to stop smoking and health and wellbeing advice.

Services provided

Health checks

 
This is a free check-up of your overall health that can spot early signs of conditions such as heart disease, kidney disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and dementia.  It is either an NHS Health Check (for eligible residents aged 40-74) or a wellbeing check (for those aged 18+ and not eligible for the NHS Health Check), which is similar to an NHS Health Check but without a cholesterol test. You’ll be asked a few questions about your lifestyle and medical history, the adviser will take some measurements and your results will be explained to you straight away, with the opportunity for you to ask questions.
 

Stop smoking support (free)

 
If you’re a smoker living, working or registered with a GP in Hertfordshire, and you want to quit, the Better Health Bus can help. Stop Smoking Service.
 

Health and wellbeing information

 
Staff are also on hand to provide reliable advice and guidance to help you manage your health and signpost you to the local services that can help you.
 

 
For any queries about the Better Health Bus, or requests to use it, please contact us.

 

Accessibility

The bus has stepped access (three steps) and is not accessible for wheelchair-users.

If you're unable to access the bus, we can help you find services at a suitable accessible venue. Where circumstances allow, we might have a gazebo next to the bus, but this cannot be guaranteed.

If you would like to speak to someone to discuss your accessibility needs, please contact us.

 

Schedule

This schedule is updated monthly to cover a 2-month period.

 

How to get an appointment

Just drop-in on the day or contact us to find out alternative events in the community.

A translation service is available if required.

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Contact us

Email: betterhealthbus@hertfordshire.gov.uk

Phone: 0800 389 3998

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