Health – what to do and by when
Free NHS screening, health checks and prescriptions – who can get them and how often.
- NHS bowel cancer screening from 50 – home test kit every 2 years
In England, the NHS offers bowel cancer screening to people aged 50 to 74 every 2 years.
Checked 20/10/2026 - Free NHS Health Check every 5 years for people aged 40 to 74
In England, people aged 40 to 74 should be invited to a free NHS Health Check every 5 years.
Checked 20/10/2026 - Free NHS prescriptions in England from age 60
In England, you automatically get free NHS prescriptions and free NHS sight tests if you are aged 60 or over.
Checked 21/10/2026