Concerned About High Cholesterol?

Did you know that cardiovascular disease is the world’s leading cause of death, responsible for 32% of all annual fatalities?

The good news? Many heart-related conditions are preventable. By monitoring your cholesterol and other key markers, you can take control of your cardiovascular health and reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.

Pop into our pharmacy and one of our team will provide a one-to-one healthy heart check service, including optional blood pressure monitoring, or buy a self-test kit to complete in the comfort of your own home.

When to Get Your Cholesterol Checked

Many people are unaware they have high cholesterol because it usually causes no symptoms. That’s why regular cholesterol checks are important for maintaining long-term cardiovascular health.

Even if you feel fit and healthy, knowing your cholesterol levels and heart risk can help you take proactive steps to prevent heart disease, heart attack, and stroke.

How often should you get tested?

• Most healthy adults should have their cholesterol checked at least once every 5 years
• If you have risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or a family history of heart disease, you may need to be tested more frequently, as advised by a clinician
• Over 40? The NHS recommends a regular heart health check as part of routine care

You should consider a cholesterol and cardiovascular health check if you:

• Have a family history of heart disease or stroke
• Are over 40 and have never had a cholesterol test
• Have high blood pressure, diabetes, or other risk factors
• Are overweight or living with metabolic risk factors
• Smoke or used to smoke
• Want to know your 10-year heart attack or stroke risk
• Simply wish to take a proactive step in protecting your heart health

A World-First in Heart and Cholesterol Testing

We use the PocDoc Lipid Test, a cutting-edge, smartphone-based diagnostic tool that provides a comprehensive 5-marker lipid panel in minutes.

PocDoc leads the way in smartphone-based rapid testing for cardiovascular, metabolic and renal disease.

• Cholesterol results include your full profile, healthy heart age, and your 10-year risk of developing a heart attack or stroke.
• Only a small finger prick blood test is required for detailed heart health results, making cholesterol monitoring fast and efficient.
• Our CA-marked Healthy Heart Check has been rigorously tested with the NHS to meet international standards. Results also include NHS Health Check guidelines and the option to consult with a certified clinician.

Our CA-marked Healthy Heart Check has been rigorously tested with the NHS and meets international standards, ensuring accuracy and reliability.

What Does the PocDoc Lipid Test Measure?

The PocDoc Lipid Test is a cutting-edge, quantitative lateral flow test that evaluates essential biomarkers through the PocDoc app. It also includes a cardiovascular health questionnaire for a complete risk assessment.

Here’s what it tests:

• High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) – “Good” cholesterol.
• Non-HDL Cholesterol – Includes all “bad” cholesterol types.
• Triglycerides – Fats in your blood that can increase heart disease risk.
• Total Cholesterol – Overall cholesterol levels.
• Total Cholesterol : HDL Ratio – A key indicator of cardiovascular health.

 

Take Charge of Your Heart Health

Understanding your lipid profile is the first step toward reducing your risk of cardiovascular disease. The PocDoc cholesterol test makes this process simple, fast, and convenient.

It can help identify underlying conditions that may require lifestyle changes or clinical support. We proudly support awareness efforts by the British Heart Foundation and encourage early testing to help prevent avoidable heart-related illnesses.

How the PocDoc Lipid Test Works:

1. Book Your Appointment
   Schedule your test at your nearest Dears Pharmacy & Travel Clinic.

2. Health Questionnaire
   Complete a simple cardiovascular health questionnaire on the PocDoc app.

3. Quick Finger-Prick Test

   A small blood sample is collected. The test takes 7 minutes to develop, showing a visible colour change.

4. Instant Digital Analysis

   Using a smartphone or tablet, the PocDoc app analyses the test and provides precise results for each marker

5. Immediate Results & Assessment

   • Receive your results instantly, along with a personalised heart health assessment.
   • Discuss your results with our experts to explore actionable steps for improving your cardiovascular health.

About PocDoc Heart Health Check

PocDoc was developed with the vision of enabling anyone with a smartphone or tablet to test themselves for a range of major diseases or conditions with just a fingerprick of blood.

The technology is designed for preventative healthcare, with a focus on cardiovascular disease, metabolic disease, and renal disease.

Working with the expert healthcare professionals at Dears Pharmacy & Travel Clinic, you’ll receive accurate results and expert guidance straight away.