How does the Together for Health prevention programme work?

Who is entitled to a preventive examination?

Every adult aged 30 or over is entitled to undergo a preventive examination at a general practice.

What does it cover?

  • Consultation on the health-related aspects of your lifestyle
  • Blood pressure, height, weight and waist measurements
  • Laboratory tests
  • Advice on how to change the unhealthy aspects of your lifestyle and improve your health
  • Referral to your doctor and/or a health promotion centre

Examination every five years

You are entitled to a preventive examination every five years. If you are at risk of developing a chronic disease, or are a chronic disease patient, you are entitled to an examination every year.

Group workshops and one-to-one consultations

You will acquire:

  • expert information
  • skills
  • support to make lasting changes to your lifestyle and improve your health