Do I need a review if I have a long term condition?
Yes! If you have a long-term condition, the Practice will check your health once every year. The check usually has two parts.
How do I know when I am due a review?
You will get a letter inviting you to see one of our Healthcare Assistants or Practice Nurses around your birthday month.
What will happen during the first part of my review?
When you come in, the Healthcare Assistant or Nurse will do some tests. This includes blood tests, checking your blood pressure, and measuring your height and weight. They will also ask you some questions about your health and lifestyle.
What happens next?
After your test results come back, you will have a phone call with one of our practice pharmacists. They will talk about your medicines and change them if needed.
Why are annual reviews important for long-term conditions?
The check-ups help make sure your condition is as well controlled as possible. We can also find ways to help you better, like changing your medicines or checking if equipment you use (like inhalers) is working properly.
What conditions class as long-term conditions?
Some examples of long-term conditions that need a review include but are not limited to;
- Asthma / COPD
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Learning Disabilities
- Heart Failure
- Stoke
If you’re not sure if you have a long-term condition, please call the surgery and talk to our reception team.