Now is the ideal time to plan in health checks for the year:

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Orthodontist visits

Dietician or Nutritionist consultancy

Flu jabs and vaccination boosters

Children's eyesight tests (before term starts)

Dermatologist check-in

Health check 'MOT' or GP annual review

The blood test you've been putting off

Annual Chiropodist or Podiatrist visit

Cervical screening (every 3-5 years, women 25-64)

Mammogram (every 3 years, women 50-71)

Blood pressure and cholesterol checks

Hearing test

Physiotherapy or Osteopath follow-ups

ADHD or autism assessment follow-ups

Hormone level checks (perimenopause/menopause)

Pharmacist medication review

Asthma reviews and inhaler checks

Allergy testing or consultant follow-ups

Children's dermatologist for eczema or skin conditions