Making a success of providing NHS Health Checks in community pharmacies across the Tees Valley: a qualitative study.

Background: In England and Wales, the Department of Health introduced a primary prevention programme, NHS Health Checks, to provide screening for cardiovascular risk amongst people aged 40-74. The aim of this programme is to offer treatment and advice to those identified with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD).The North East of England has some of the highest rates of CVD in the UK and prevention is therefore a priority.