Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEEmpowering wellness: The role of health monitoring
Health monitoring is one of the best ways to proactively manage your health and wellbeing. Learn how to take control of your health with Bluecrest Wellness.
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Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEMental Wellbeing: Your Guide to a Healthier Mind
Your mental health plays a key role in how you feel day-to-day. Taking small steps to look after your mental health can make a meaningful difference to overall wellbeing.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLEChris' Story
Chris Robinson, from Plymouth, hadn’t noticed any issues with his prostate before he went for a Bluecrest Wellness health assessment - he just wanted a bit of a peace of mind. But the results showed his PSA levels were raised, and on further investigation he was diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHow do you get tested for bowel cancer?
Discover how bowel cancer is detected through screening and how private cancer risk profile assessments can give you a fuller understanding of your health.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLERobert's Story
I remember the day I received the invitation from Bluecrest Health. It was just another busy week, with the stresses piling up and my health taking a backseat. But something about the offer caught my eye — an affordable, comprehensive health check to help me take control of my well-being gain confidence in my health …
Digestive Health
READ ARTICLEWhat are the early signs of bowel cancer?
Discover the early signs of bowel cancer, why they matter and how to take action. Learn what to watch for and when to seek support or screening.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLEMatt's Story
"Blokes think it won’t happen to them": Father and firefighter diagnosed at 42 urges others to test early for prostate cancer.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLEPeter's Story
“If I hadn’t gone for a Bluecrest Wellness health assessment I probably wouldn’t be here. Bluecrest Wellness saved my life, it’s as simple as that.”
Bluecrest News
READ ARTICLEBluecrest X Vista Health: A Clearer, Faster Pathway to Early Detection
Discover how Bluecrest and Vista Health are supporting early prostate cancer detection with clear pathways, rapid MRI access and proactive PSA follow-up.
Male Health
READ ARTICLEMen's health checklist: What you should be checking at your age
Learn the essential health checks men should have in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond to maintain their energy, strength, mood and long-term wellbeing.
Female Health
READ ARTICLEThe stages of menopause
Explore the stages of menopause, from perimenopause to post-menopause, and how hormone testing with the Advanced Menopause Profile can support you.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLEJody's Story
Fit, active, and used to pushing himself physically, Jody Williams, 32, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, was the last person who expected anything to be wrong with his health. A committed cyclist, gym-goer and busy dad, he felt strong, energetic, and entirely symptom-free.
Female Health
READ ARTICLEMenopause and nutrition
Learn about the link between diet and menopause, including the best foods to eat and those to avoid to help manage symptoms and health-related conditions.
Work-life balance: The key to sustainable success
Achieving balance isn’t about working less but rather living more. In this article we will discuss more about why work-life balance matters now more than ever.
Bluecrest X One Heart Clinic: Why heart health is integral to your well-being strategy
Discover why heart health is essential to our overall well-being, and how Bluecrest’s partnership with One Heart Clinic enables proactive, specialist-led cardiac care.
Hormones
READ ARTICLECan hormones impact sleep?
Hormones are important for many body processes, in this article we explore how hormones can affect sleep and which sleep hormones are mainly responsible for poor sleep.
Hormones
READ ARTICLESymptoms of hormonal imbalance
Understanding the signs of hormonal imbalance and what could be causing them is a key step in taking control of your health.
Liver Health
READ ARTICLELiver health: Why it matters and how to support it
Learn more about the crucial role your liver plays in keeping your body balanced and healthy.
Male Health
READ ARTICLEThe impact of alcohol on men's health
Alcohol is often seen as a social norm, but its impact on men’s health goes far beyond the occasional hangover.
Female Health
READ ARTICLEThe impact of alcohol on women's health
Alcohol is often seen as a social norm, but its impact on women’s health goes far beyond the occasional hangover.
Empowering workplace wellness: The role of health monitoring
Health monitoring is the regular evaluation of an individual's health through testing. The type and frequency of tests offered can vary, but generally, health monitoring is designed to offer insights into the risk of some of the most common chronic health conditions.
Workplace habits that could be harming employee wellbeing and retention
With workplace health and wellbeing strategies now being considered a strategic priority rather than a 'nice-to-have', we are exploring some workplace habits that could be impacting employee health and retention.
Hormones
READ ARTICLEHow to reduce stress and cortisol levels
Stress is something we all encounter in our everyday lives. When it is periodic and short-lived, it is not a cause for concern. However, when stress builds up or is long-lasting, it can start to have an impact on your overall health and wellbeing, putting you at increased risk of a range of health conditions.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEIs a health assessment worth it?
In this guide, we'll delve into the concept of health assessments, explore their potential advantages and provide guidance on determining whether a health assessment is worth it for you.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLESupporting your workforce this festive season
Here, we share practical tips for how you could help your workforce to thrive through the winter months.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLETips to stay well and enjoy a happy, healthy festive season
Staying healthy through winter while enjoying festive treats is a goal many of us share. Here, we share practical tips for staying healthy and thriving through the winter months.
Digestive Health
READ ARTICLEHow gut health can contribute to your overall health
Having a healthy gut is vital for the efficient digestion of the foods you eat - but what is the best way to improve gut health? In this article, we explain more about the gut and share the best ways to boost gut health.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEFrom insight to action: What to do after a health assessment
So, you’ve had your health assessment, what’s next? In this article we will talk through what happens after a Bluecrest health assessment and the importance of prevention.
Diabetes
READ ARTICLEMe and diabetes: A lifelong balancing act
Today we will be hearing from Bluecrest Recruitment Manager, Marianna, about her experience of living with type 1 diabetes.
Digestive Health
READ ARTICLEUnderstanding the gut-brain axis
Whether you're managing digestive symptoms, dealing with stress or simply curious about your body's inner workings, understanding the gut-brain axis could help you take a more proactive approach to your physical and mental wellbeing.
Diabetes
READ ARTICLEWhat is diabetes and how could it be impacting your workforce?
At Bluecrest Wellness, we believe that understanding chronic conditions like diabetes is key to building a healthier, more productive workforce. Here’s why diabetes matters and what employers can do to support their teams.
Diabetes
READ ARTICLEWhy the HbA1c test is important for your workforce
The HbA1c test, also known as the glycated haemoglobin test, is a simple but powerful blood test that provides insight into an individual's average blood sugar levels over the previous 2 or 3 months.
Diabetes
READ ARTICLEWhat is the HbA1c test?
The HbA1c test, also known as the glycated haemoglobin test, is a simple but powerful blood test that provides insight into your average blood sugar levels over the previous 2 or 3 months.
Diabetes
READ ARTICLEWhat is diabetes and how can it impact your overall health?
Diabetes is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the UK, but due to misinformation and lack of education, many people don’t realise they may be at risk or already living with it.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEConvenience: Flexible health assessments for a healthier, happier workforce
In today’s work environment, supporting employee wellbeing isn’t just a perk but rather a strategic advantage
Why health assessments should be part of your employee benefit programme
As organisations seek smarter ways to invest in their workforce, health assessments are emerging as more than a ‘nice to have’ in today’s competitive job market.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLETop tips for managing high cholesterol
Multiple factors can contribute to high cholesterol levels. Some of these factors are non-modifiable, like your genes, age, or ethnicity, which means you can’t do anything to change them. However, other factors can be changed, so you can take proactive steps to help reduce your cholesterol levels.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHow high cholesterol can impact your general health
Cholesterol is a type of blood fat mainly made in the liver, but it is also found in some foods. While often labelled as ‘bad’, cholesterol is actually essential for our body to function normally. It supports brain, nerves, and skin health.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLESupporting your workforce in managing high cholesterol
A high proportion of UK adults are affected by high cholesterol, with heart and circulatory diseases affecting over 7.6 million people in the UK, and high cholesterol being one of the major contributing risk factors.
Private Health Checks
READ ARTICLEHow can I optimise my health?
Although it might seem like a daunting prospect, for most people the best way to optimise health is by making small lifestyle changes, like reducing your alcohol intake or exercising more.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLERisk factors and 8 tips to reduce high blood pressure
High blood pressure is an easily treatable condition but left untreated is a major risk factor in developing cardiovascular disease.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHow high blood pressure can impact your general health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the ‘silent killer’ and for good reason. It typically develops without noticeable symptoms but can quietly damage your body over time which can lead to serious, and sometimes life-threatening health complications.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHow high blood pressure could be impacting your business
Not only does high blood have wide-ranging effects on many areas of a person's health, from cardiovascular health to brain health, but it can also have a real, often under-appreciated impact on businesses. High blood pressure isn’t just a personal health issue, it can be a business risk.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEThe silent strain: The prevalence of high blood pressure in the workplace and how employers can help
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often dubbed the "silent killer” - a condition that quietly affects millions, often without symptoms, until serious health consequences arise. In the UK, the prevalence of hypertension is alarmingly high, with significant implications for individuals, businesses, and the broader economy.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHealth assessment guide: What to expect
This guide will hopefully provide you with some clarity on what you can expect from your health assessment as well as allowing you to come prepared.
Thyroid cancer awareness - Tia's story
As part of our August awareness topic of cancer we spoke with a 27-year-old cancer survivor all about her experience – from symptoms to remission and everything in between.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLENeil's Story
When I joined Bluecrest as Chief Technology Officer in June 2021, I was offered a free ‘Complete’ health assessment as part of my employee benefits package. I was genuinely curious to experience the product we offer, and while I had a few minor concerns about my blood pressure, I considered myself pretty healthy.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLECancer in the workplace – why early detection should be a corporate priority
In today’s fast-paced corporate world, health is often viewed through the lens of productivity and performance. Yet, beneath the surface of quarterly targets and strategic planning lies a growing challenge that affects every business, regardless of size or sector: cancer.
Cancer myths, misconceptions and misinformation
The impact of cancer in the UK spans across all areas of life, affecting the individuals, their families, the healthcare system and the economy. It not only has the obvious physical effects but also the emotional and financial ones too while individuals and their families navigate through diagnosis and treatment, this is why it is so important to ensure the information you are consuming is correct and reliable.
Private Blood Tests
READ ARTICLEWhat can you find out from a blood test?
A Bluecrest blood test gives you a snapshot into your health and can offer a wealth of insights into your general wellbeing.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEWhat are the benefits of preventative health services?
Preventative health services are designed to identify and prevent health conditions in the early stages, often before symptoms are present. As a result, they can include a wide range of measures, from regular health check-ups to immunisations and even education programmes.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEUnderstanding heart health: Key signs to watch for
Whilst there are telltale signs that your heart may not be working as it should, not everyone experiences the same symptoms associated with certain heart conditions. Undergoing a heart health test can put your mind at rest or kick start healthy lifestyle changes.
Liver Health
READ ARTICLEAlcohol in the workplace - Understanding the risks and cost, and supporting employee wellbeing
In July we are shining a light on the effects of alcohol on employee health and the impact on the workplace for Alcohol Awareness Week (7th-13th July) run by charity Alcohol Change UK. Here we explore the impact that alcohol consumption can have, and what employers need to consider in their approach to employee health and wellbeing.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHealth Monitoring: Take Control of Your Health
Health monitoring is one of the best ways to proactively manage your health and wellbeing. Learn how to take control of your health with Bluecrest Wellness.
Liver Health
READ ARTICLEHow to keep your liver healthy?
How can you improve your liver function? Discover top tips to boost your liver health and uncover insights into your liver health with a liver function test.
Male Health
READ ARTICLESupporting men to thrive in the workplace
Men face unique health challenges, including higher risks of heart disease, certain cancers, and mental health issues. Yet, stigma and cultural expectations often prevent open conversations. By fostering a supportive environment, employers can help break down these barriers and promote a healthier, more productive workforce.
Bluecrest News
READ ARTICLEEmbedding health literacy in your workplace
Health literacy is more than a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. By helping employees understand their health, employers can unlock better engagement, improved productivity, and a more resilient workforce.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEWhat are stroke risk factors and how can they be managed?
This Stroke Awareness Month, Bluecrest are spotlighting the importance of understanding stroke risk factors.
Start your Summer of Wellness transformation – it only takes 66 days!
As Spring breathes new life into the world, it presents the prefect moment to prepare for our bodies and minds for a healthy summer.
66 days to implement habits for a summer of wellness
As Spring breathes new life into the world, it presents the prefect moment to support your employees to prepare their bodies and minds for a healthy summer.
How ageing and inflammation are connected – all you need to know
In this guide, we explore the effects of chronic inflammation on the body as we age and share ways to reduce your risk.
Building sustainable habits – the power of habit tracking and stacking
Creating lasting change in your daily routine may feel dauting. However, there are two powerful techniques – habit tracking and habit stacking – that can make the process both manageable and enjoyable. By integrating these into your life, you can build sustainable habits that support your overall health and wellbeing and increase your productivity.
Building sustainable habits – the power of habit tracking and stacking
Supporting your workforce to create lasting change in their daily routine may feel dauting. However, there are two powerful techniques – habit tracking and habit stacking – that can make the process both manageable and enjoyable.
Bluecrest News
READ ARTICLEHealthy beginnings, hopeful futures
Bluecrest Senior Account Manager Will Beer shares what keeping healthy means to him this World Health Day.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLEJeannette's Story
When Jeannette, 46, from Bradford, was looking to renew her workplace benefits for the year, she spotted a new option for a Bluecrest Wellness health assessment that included a Cancer Risk check. It was one of a range of benefits and perks offered by her employer from a pick-and-choose benefits platform, alongside things like Private Medical Insurance, extra holiday-days, and sliding pension contributions.
Age smarter, age stronger – helping employees to manage stress for a healthier brain
Discover how managing stress, and other factors can help your employee’s keep their brain healthy as they age.
Age smarter, age stronger – managing stress for a healthier brain
Discover how managing stress, and other factors can help keep your brain healthy as you age.
Female Health
READ ARTICLEInternational Women’s Day: Empowering Health and Wellbeing through Health Assessments
How Health Assessments help women to stay ahead of potential health risks, make informed decisions and live healthier lives.
Age Smarter, Age Stronger – Supporting Your Workforce with Health Intelligence
Discover how to support your aging workforce with practical health and wellbeing strategies. Learn how to help employees understand their health status and take proactive steps towards a healthier, more productive, and resilient workplace.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEAge smarter, age stronger – embrace your health intelligence
Over the next two months we will be focusing on the positive aspects of ageing and living a healthy life. As we age, maintaining our health and wellbeing becomes increasingly important, enabling us to life healthier for longer. We are awash with health information, but how do we know where we really stand as we get older?
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLEPeter Howell's Experience
When Peter Howells, 73, booked a full health MOT with Bluecrest, he thought it would be a standard check-up. Living an active life as an artist in Cornwall, Peter believed he was in good health. What he didn’t know was that the decision to book that test would save his life.
Customer Reviews
READ ARTICLELorraine's Story
When Lorraine, 66, decided to book a health MOT with Bluecrest, she expected nothing more than peace of mind. An active grandmother and full-time project manager, Lorraine led what she believed was a healthy lifestyle. But what began as a simple check-up turned into a life-saving intervention
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHow to tell if you have a healthy heart?
Whilst there are telltale signs that your heart may not be working as it should, not everyone experiences the same symptoms associated with certain heart conditions. Undergoing a heart health test can put your mind at rest or kick start healthy lifestyle changes.
Heart Health
READ ARTICLEHow to Support Employees in Maintaining Heart Health
If the heart isn’t functioning properly, it can lead to fatigue, breathlessness, or more serious conditions such as heart disease. Keeping the heart healthy is essential for overall well-being and performance, both at work and in life.
Private Health Assessments
READ ARTICLEHow can a health assessment help your employees to keep their health and fitness goals on track this New Year?
The New Year is a time when many of the employees in your workforce may be thinking of setting fresh new year resolutions. While these goals can vary widely, a significant number focus on improving health—whether it’s losing weight, getting fitter, or enhancing overall wellbeing.
