Heart Health Month

This month, keep an eye out for tips and resources focused on heart health. 

February is Heart Month, and we’ll be sharing valuable self-care advice, interesting heart facts, and useful information for our patients.

Today we are looking at Cholesterol - Did you know that almost 1 in 2 adults in the UK have high cholesterol? 

High cholesterol is very common, but most people don't know they have it because it doesn't usually have any symptoms. That's why everyone should have a cholesterol check. 

Further information is available on the Heart UK website

High cholesterol can lead to heart attacks and strokes. A cholesterol test, along with other simple tests including a blood pressure test, BMI and waist measurement, will give you a good idea of your heart health and show you if you need to make any lifestyle changes or need treatment.

Contact your surgery if you would like a cholesterol test.

Further information is available on the NHS website

Published: Feb 2, 2026