New service framework for vascular checks available

Putting Prevention First (April 2008) sets out plans for the NHS to introduce a systematic and integrated programme of vascular risk assessment and management for those aged 40 to 74.
The next steps guide, published by the Department of Health on 13 November, will help PCTs begin their roll out. It draws on some real life case studies and examples of how PCTs have already implemented vascular checks in their areas. It provides practical tools to support commissioning and links to existing resources and guidance.
The new service framework for vascular checks has been developed by NHS Primary Care Contracting on behalf of the Department to support high-quality commissioning with the necessary services needed to implement the checks.