WHAT IS A HEALTH CHECK?
ABOUT HEALTH CHECKS
What is a 715 Health Check?
A 715 Health Check is a free annual health assessment for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The appointment will be approximately one hour.
Why is it important for mob?
A 715 Health Check is the first step to taking control of your health!
Health Checks are all about preventative health – not just seeing the doctor when you are sick, but regularly connecting with your health service to identify risks, access support and remain healthy.
How often should you get a health check?
It is recommended to have a 715 Health Check every 9-12 months to keep you strong and deadly.
How much does it cost?
A 715 Health Check is FREE for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of all ages.
How do I book a 715 Health Check?
Book in today at your local Community Controlled Health Service! You can find your closest clinic below.
What happens during a 715 Health Check?
The appointment will be approximately one hour.
A health professional, such as a GP or health worker, will ask you questions about your health and may involve some tests covering your:
- General health such as blood pressure, weight, height, etc.
- Hearing and eyesight
- Immunisation status
- Medical history
- Medication
- Oral health
- Physical health and nutrition
- Sexual Health (if required)
- Social and emotional wellbeing
After a health check, your health professional will provide advice or create a care plan for you with the next steps for your health journey.
The Deadly Choices SHIRTS
When you complete your 715 Health Check at a participating Community Controlled Health Service, you get to take home a free Deadly Choices shirt!
There are new Deadly Choices shirt designs out every year with a variety of options from our NRL, AFL and other sporting code partners. There is something for everyone!
Other Deadly Choices merchandise is also offered for follow-up appointments, vaccinations and health promotion activities.
Please keep in mind incentives may vary at each health service. If you are after a specific shirt, please call ahead to check your clinic has it in stock.
FIND A CLINIC
ATSICHS Brisbane – Browns Plains
Pamela Mam Health Centre
ATSICHS Brisbane – Loganlea
Central Australia Aboriginal Congress – Amoonguna Health Service
Central Australia Aboriginal Congress – Alukura Women’s Health Service
Central Australia Aboriginal Congress – Ingkintja: Wurra apa artwuka pmara
Central Australia Aboriginal Congress – Larapinta Clinic
Central Australia Aboriginal Congress – Sadadeen Clinic
Central Australia Aboriginal Congress – Ntaria Health Service
Central Australia Aboriginal Congress – Utju Health Service
Central Australia Aboriginal Congress – Mutitjulu Health Service
Gidgee Healing – Mount Isa
Gidgee Healing – Doomadgee
Maari Ma Health Aboriginal Corporation
Gidgee Healing – Normanton
Gidgee Healing – Mornington Island
Katherine West Health Board
Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service
Cunnamulla Aboriginal Corporation For Health
Bourke Aboriginal Health Service
Danila Dilba – Gumileybirra Clinic
Danila Dilba – Palmerston Clinic
Danila Dilba – Knuckey St Clinic
Danila Dilba – Men’s clinic
Mallee District Aboriginal Services – Swan Hill
Danila Dilba – Bagot Clinic
Danila Dilba – Malak Clinic
Danila Dilba – Rapid Creek
Mamu Health Service – Ravenshoe
Townsville Aboriginal and Islander Health Service
Mamu Health Service – Tully
Mulungu Midin Clinic – Atherton
Mulungu Aboriginal Corporation
Mamu Health Service – Innisfail
Mamu Health Service – Babinda
Julanimawu Primary Health Care Centre
Gurriny Yealamucka Health Service
Milikapiti Community Health Centre
Pirlangimpi Health Clinic
Bendigo & District Aboriginal Cooperative
Mackay Health and Hospital Service
Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service
Bidgerdii Community Health Service – Mount Morgan
Bidgerdii Health Service – Rockhampton
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service – Fitzroy
Kingaroy CRAICCHS
Goolburri Aboriginal Health Advancement Co. Ltd
CRAICCHS Cherbourg Regional Aboriginal & islander Community Controlled Health Services
Gympie Aboriginal Medical Service
Greater Western Sydney Aboriginal Health Service – Katoomba
Greater Western Sydney Aboriginal Health Service – Penrith
Greater Western Sydney Aboriginal Health Service – Mt Druitt
Galangoor Duwalami Primary Healthcare Service – Maryborough
Galangoor Duwalami Primary Health Care Service Pialba
Moreton ATSICHS – Morayfield
Moreton ATSICHS – Caboolture
Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Service – Yerin
Moreton ATSICHS – Strathpine
Vitalis Family Medical Practice
Moreton ATSICHS – Deception Bay
ATSICHS Brisbane – Woolloongabba
ATSICHS Brisbane – Northgate
Moreton ATSICHS – Margate
ATSICHS Brisbane – Logan Central
Yulu-Burri-Ba – Wynnum
Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation – Casino
Yulu-Burri-Ba – Capalaba
Kalwun Health Service – Oxenford
Biripi Aboriginal Corporation Medical Centre
Yulu-Burri-Ba – Dunwich
Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service
Kalwun Health Service – Miami
Kalwun Health Service – Bilinga
Karadi Aboriginal Corporation – Hobart
Bwgcolman Healing Service – Palm Island
Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council
Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service
ATSICHS Brisbane – Loganlea
Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation – Grafton
Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation – Maclean
Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health and Community Services
Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative
Gippsland and East Gippsland Aboriginal Cooperative
Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative
Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Service
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service – Preston
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service – South Morang
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service – St Albans
Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation – South Grafton
Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation – Bugalwena (Tweed Heads)
Wuchopperen Health Service – Manoora
Wuchopperen Health Service – Edmonton
Armajun Aboriginal Health Service
Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service
Mallee District Aboriginal Services – Mildura
Mallee District Aboriginal Services – Kerang
ATSICHS Mackay
Central West Hospital and Health Service
Eleanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Service – Umina Beach
Armajun Aboriginal Health Service
Karadi Aboriginal Corporation – Launceston
View map on the front end!