Using the latest in CT technology, Lifescan can offer health assessments with a difference. Think of it as an MOT for your body. By checking for the early signs of cancer, heart disease and other illnesses you are giving yourself the opportunity of a longer healthier life.

The facts supporting screening are well known – but worth repeating:

In 1987 the five year survival for lung cancer was under 10% - today this situation has not improved. Currently only 15% of cases are detected early enough to be considered for treatment. Every year 33,000 people die from lung cancer – equating to 90 people every day.
If detected earlier, survival rates for lung cancer can improve to 90%.

In 1985 the single biggest killer in the UK was heart disease – today – it still is. Last year 120,000 people died in the UK from coronary heart disease. For the majority of those individuals their first sign was a heart attack, with half of them dying immediately.
If detected earlier and prior to any symptoms, the risk of developing fatal heart disease can be substantially reduced.

Around 100,000 people suffer a stroke each year. Over 300,000 people are affected at any given time by the effects of stroke, including paralysis of limbs and facial muscles. In addition 40,000 people suffer mini strokes (TIA’s) each year.

If detected earlier, the risk of incurring a stroke can be avoided completely by appropriate changes in lifestyle and early treatment of unknown symptoms.