It is important that everyone over the age of 14 who is on their doctor's learning disability register has an annual health check.

People with a learning disability often have poorer physical and mental health than other people. This doesn't need to be the case. If you're an adult or young person over the age of 14 with a learning disability, your GP will offer you an annual health check. This helps people with a learning disability to stay well by talking about their health and finding any problems early, so that they get the right care.
They don't have to be ill to have a health check – in fact, most people have their annual health check when they're feeling well.

The check should include an opportunity to talk about anything which is worrying you about physical or mental health.

What do I need to do?

• Ensure that you're on your GP’s disability register
• Book your annual health check

Young people and adults aged 14 or over with a learning disability who are on the GP practice learning disability register should be invited by their GP practice to come for an annual health check.

To find out more visit Learning disabilities - Annual health checks - NHS

To view easy read version visit Annual Health Checks | Mencap