Free NHS Lung Health Checks – supported by your GP practice
Our practice is supporting the Wakefield Lung Cancer Screening Programme, which offers free NHS Lung Health Checks to some patients aged 55–74 who currently smoke or have smoked in the past. The service is delivered by GP Care Wakefield on behalf of GP practices across Wakefield, working closely with Mid Yorkshire Teaching Hospitals Trust, West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance, and Wakefield public health teams.
What is a Lung Health Check?
The call usually lasts around 20 minutes and gives you the chance to talk about your lung health and to determine if your lungs should be scanned by a CT scanner. Not everyone will need a lung scan. This will depend on your results from the initial assessment. Throughout the process
you will have plenty of time to chat to the health professionals and ask any questions.
Why is this being offered?
Lung cancer is easier to treat when it is found early. This programme aims to spot problems early, before symptoms develop, and to support people to improve their lung health.
How will I be invited?
If you are eligible, you may receive an invitation by text message or letter from the Lung Health Check team. Invitations are being sent out in stages, so not everyone will be contacted at the same time. Your GP practice will be kept informed of any results that need follow-up, but GP Care Wakefield manages the appointments and coordination on our behalf.
Questions or need to change your appointment?
If you receive an invitation and have questions or need to make changes, please contact the Lung Health Check team directly: 01924 677 037
Please follow the link shown below for more information.
