Targeted Lung Health Checks (TLHC)

Please see a message from the Porch Surgery regarding the NHS Targeted Lung Health Check programme:

“If you’re aged 55-75 and have smoked in your lifetime, the NHS Targeted Lung Health Check (TLHC) programme is here to support you.
In partnership with the NHS, InHealth is proud to provide lung health screening across the UK. If you’re eligible, you’ll receive a letter or SMS inviting you to book a telephone appointment. During this call, you will be asked about your smoking history and general health, and you may be invited for a free, confidential lung health check with a specialist nurse.

What to Expect:

• No need to contact the surgery: If you’re eligible, you will be contacted directly—there’s no need for you to get in touch with us.
• Convenient and accessible: Lung health checks are available seven days a week, including evenings, at community locations like supermarkets and sports venues—making it easy for you to attend.
• No judgment, just care: Experienced nurses will ask you about your breathing and overall health, measure your height and weight, and may conduct a simple breathing test.
• Early detection saves lives: If a problem is found, early treatment can make a big difference, giving you the best chance for a successful outcome.

Remember, your lungs work hard every day—make sure they’re working as they should. The NHS Lung Health Check is completely free, and it’s a simple step towards keeping your lungs healthy as you age.”

Kind regards
The Partners at the Porch Surgery