Pennine GP Alliance (PGPA) is proud to announce the successful completion of our NHS Workplace Health Checks programme, which ran from September 2024 to May 2025. Designed to improve the health and wellbeing of employees across Calderdale, the programme reached a diverse range of workplaces, offering convenient, on-site health checks at no cost to businesses or employees.
Working in partnership with 50 organisations, PGPA’s Health Checks Coordinator completed a total of 1,268 workplace health checks. These checks provided a crucial opportunity for early detection of health risks and direct support for employees in taking charge of their wellbeing.
The impact has been significant:
- 284 individuals were referred to their GP for further assessment or follow-up.
- 207 employees were found to have elevated blood pressure readings (≥140/90 mmHg).
- 82 individuals had a QRISK score above 10%, highlighting increased cardiovascular risk.
- 844 employees were identified with a BMI over 25 and received personalised lifestyle advice to support long-term health improvements.
- 130 smokers were provided with guidance, support, and signposting to appropriate services, including PGPAs own Stop Smoking Support Service.
A special thanks goes to Uttara Krishna, PGPA’s Health Checks Care Coordinator, whose dedication and hard work were instrumental in delivering all the workplace health checks across Calderdale.
Will Menzies, Chief Executive at Pennine GP Alliance, said:
“We’re incredibly proud of the positive impact these health checks have had across Calderdale. By bringing health checks directly into workplaces, we’ve made it easier for busy employees to access potentially life-changing information and support.”
We extend our sincere thanks to the 50 organisations that partnered with us, helping to create healthier, happier workforces and championing staff wellbeing.
As we celebrate the success of this programme, PGPA remains committed to supporting the health of our local communities through accessible and impactful initiatives.
For more information about the services we provide, visit: www.penninegpa.co.uk/our-services/