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NHS - Bowel Cancer screening
Bowel cancer screening is a test you do at home that checks for signs of bowel cancer. It’s offered to everyone aged 50 to 74.
If you’re aged 50 to 74 and registered with a GP, you’ll automatically get a bowel cancer screening home test kit (FIT kit) through the post every 2 years.
If you haven’t been invited or you think you’re eligible then call the helpline below.
To understand what to do with the kit call the helpline or go on the website for more information.
Phone: 0800 707 6060
Website: NHS Bowel Cancer Screening
Answer Cancer
Contact Answer Cancer for up-to-date information on breast, cervical and bowel cancer, including screenings in your local area.
Manchester Local Care Organisation
The NHS Health Check is a free check-up of your overall health.
It can tell you whether you’re at higher risk of getting certain health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and stroke.
Book a Be Well NHS Health Check appointment.
Phone: 0770 287 2861
Website: NHS Health Checks in Manchester for September 25th (2026)
NHS - Live Well
This information is from Live Well from the NHS and gives advice about healthy living, including eating a balanced diet, healthy weight, exercise, quitting smoking and drinking less alcohol.
Website: NHS – Live Well
NHS - Health A–Z
Use this Health A–Z on the NHS website to find out about conditions, symptoms, medicines, tests and treatments, including what to do and when to get help.
Website: NHS – Health A-Z
NHS - AAA Screening
If you’re a man in your 65th year, you’re invited for a quick 5–10 minute AAA scan.
It checks your main abdominal artery for swelling, which usually has no symptoms.
If everything’s fine, you won’t need another check for years. If something’s found, they’ll monitor it or refer you for treatment.
Phone: 0161 291 5716
Website: NHS – AAA Screening
NHS - Health Check
NHS Health Checks are available in community venues across Manchester to help spot your risk of heart disease.
You’re eligible if you’re 40–74, registered with a Manchester GP, not already diagnosed or on medication for related conditions, and haven’t had a check in the last 5 years.
The check takes about 30 minutes and includes blood pressure, a small blood test, plus height and weight. You’ll get your results straight away.
