Men in West Yorkshire who avoid visits to their doctor could soon find the surgery coming to their local pub.
Bradford's local health authority is offering check ups at various locals in the city to assess patients who may not have seen their GPs for months.
Health-checks available at the drop-in sessions include blood pressure, blood sugar levels, cholesterol, and weight.
Men's health co-ordinator Phil Arnold is also available to talk to regulars about their general health worries.
Important issue
Concerned that men are less likely to consult a doctor than their female counterparts, Mr Arnold came up with the idea for the pub surgeries.
"A lot of men need their health to be brought to their attention as an important issue," he said.
"The first step of seeing the doctor is a big one for many and is often put off - in some cases until it is too late.
"Hopefully by seeing men where they feel comfortable, the chances of addressing their health issues increase."
Posted by James at February 14, 2004 01:48 PM