NHS to offer free cholesterol testing at pharmacies across England
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NHS to offer free cholesterol testing at pharmacies across England

31 Aug 2026 · Originally published 31 Aug 2026 9/10 Original headline: NHS to offer free high-street cholesterol tests in England
The NHS is introducing free, seven-minute cholesterol tests at high-street pharmacies for people aged 40 to 84. By making these checks more accessible, the service aims to identify health risks earlier and reduce the number of heart attacks and strokes over the next decade.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK England
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