Health checks

What is a Health Check?

An Aboriginal health check, also called a 715 health check, is a complete check of your physical health and wellbeing to keep you on track to stay well.

When you come in for your health check, you will see an Aboriginal health practitioner (AHP) or nurse then a doctor. They will ask some questions about your health, and do some simple checks first – blood pressure, blood sugar levels, height and weight.

It is also important to have a yarn about the health history of your family or any other worries you have. Knowing this information helps to identify things that might cause you problems in the future.

You might have to have a blood test or urine test, get your eyes checked, review your medicines and see if you are up to date with your immunisations. If needed, you will be referred to a specialist for things like diabetes, mental health, foot health, dental health or healthy eating. Seeing a specialist will help you stay in good

After you have the tests you need, you’ll then have another yarn with the doctor about the tests and any follow up you might need.