Residents can access free health checks at Liverpool leisure centres from Monday 2 November, making it easier to check their health and find support in their local community.
Liverpool City Council is moving its SISU Health Stations to Park Road and Peter Lloyd Lifestyles Centres, giving more residents the opportunity to check their blood pressure, learn more about their heart health and find out what support is available to help them stay well.
The kiosks have already completed more than 2,500 health checks at Alsop and Garston Lifestyles Centres since they were introduced in June 2026.
Free to use by anyone aged 16 and over, the self-service kiosks are available seven days a week and offer health checks in more than 20 languages, including Arabic, Polish and Chinese. They also provide information about staying healthy and accessing further support from the NHS, with a direct route to smoking cessation support through Smokefree Liverpool.
You don’t need to wait for an appointment to take the first step towards better health.
Why is checking your health important?
High blood pressure often has no obvious symptoms, meaning you could have it without knowing. If left untreated, it can increase your risk of serious health problems, including heart attacks and strokes.
It is estimated that around 50,000 people in Liverpool are living with undiagnosed high blood pressure. Identifying high blood pressure early can help people take steps to manage their health and access support when they need it.
The SISU Health Stations make it easier to check your blood pressure and understand more about your health. They can also help you identify when you may need further advice or support.
Early findings suggest that repeat visits can have benefits, too. Around one in five kiosk health checks is a repeat visit by the same person. Among this group, reductions in body fat, body mass index and blood pressure have been recorded.
The kiosks complement, rather than replace, NHS Health Checks. Eligible adults aged 40 to 74 without certain pre-existing conditions may be invited for an NHS Health Check through their GP practice every five years. You can contact your GP Practice to ask about an appointment.
Where can I access a free health check?
From Monday 2 November, the SISU Health Stations will be available at:
- Park Road Lifestyles Centre
- Peter Lloyd Lifestyles Centre
The kiosks are free to use by anyone aged 16 and over, seven days a week. You can watch a short video explaining how to use the kiosks before your visit.
If you would like help using a kiosk, or would prefer a face-to-face community wellness check, contact Liverpool City Council’s Health and Wellbeing Team on 0151 351 6431 or email health@liverpool.gov.uk.
Councillor Harry Doyle, Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing, and Culture, said:
“We want everyone in Liverpool to have opportunities to look after their health, wherever they live and whatever their circumstances.
“The SISU Health Stations have already been used for more than 2,500 health checks, showing how convenient, accessible support can help people take an interest in their health.
“Moving the kiosks to Park Road and Peter Lloyd Lifestyles Centres means more residents can access free checks in their local community, with support available if they need help understanding their results or taking the next step.”
Professor Matthew Ashton, Director of Public Health at Liverpool City Council, said:
“Our State of Health report highlighted the challenges Liverpool could face over the next 15 years if we don’t do more to prevent ill health. These challenges are likely to affect communities that already face the greatest barriers to good health.
“By bringing free health checks into local communities, we can make it easier for people to understand their health, take action early and find support when they need it. Small steps, backed by the right support, can make a real difference.”
Find support to improve your health and wellbeing
Checking your health is one way to take a positive step towards feeling healthier. Liverpool City Council’s Health and Wellbeing Service can also support people to become more active, improve their health and wellbeing, and stay independent as they age. Through personalised health assessments and tailored programmes, the service helps people make positive, lasting changes that can improve their long-term health and quality of life.
The service offers a range of support, including Community Wellness Checks, Movement for Health, and Active Ageing programmes. These services are designed to help people better understand their health, increase physical activity, maintain independence, and reduce their risk of long-term health conditions.
Residents can find out more about the Health and Wellbeing Service or contact the team using the details above.
