Table 3

Challenges to implementation of NHS Health Checks reported across the settings

Challenge to implementationGPsPharmaciesCommunity settings
Difficulties with IT and computer software✓16 18 22 23✓21 23✓23 25 29
Impact on workload/staffing✓15 16 18 22✓17 19 21
Funding✓16 18✓19 21
Training needs✓15 16 22 27✓19 21
Resistance from GPs✓23✓23✓23
Inadequate privacy✓19 21 23✓25 29
Difficulty recruiting participants✓21 23
Poor access to some venues✓29

  • GP, general practice; IT, information technology; NHS, National Health Service.