People with a learning disability often have poorer physical and mental health than other people.
An annual health check can help you stay well by talking to a doctor or nurse about your health and finding any problems early, so they can be sorted out.
If you are worried about seeing a doctor, or there is anything they can do to make your appointment better, let the doctor or nurse know. You will be sent an invitation to come to Island Health for a face to face appointment.
If you think you have missed your appointment or haven’t had an appointment, then please call our friendly receptionists and they will book you in.
It might seem scary, but the health check is quick and simple.
We will check your:
