The MHERV van will be stationed in the Laurieton United Services Club (LUSC) car park on Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 November, inviting residents to take advantage of a free, confidential health screening.

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Operated by the Rotary Club of Warners Bay in partnership with local Rotary clubs and community organisations across NSW, MHERV has been serving regional and rural areas for more than six years.

The local visit is supported by the Rotary Club of Laurieton.

Designed to support those who may not regularly see a doctor, the van especially encourages men to stop in for a health check-up.

“While nobody is turned away we focus on men’s checkups because they are most likely to avoid making appointments with a GP,” said Philip Bailey from the Rotary Club of Warners Bay.

Statistics reveal that men are almost 25 percent less likely than women to visit a GP.

The Camden Haven region has an approximate median age of 58 years and a significant number of residents over the age of 65, with more than 38 percent of the local population falling into this age bracket, according to the ABS.

The MHERV van offers a relaxed, informal setting where a registered nurse provides a quick, private health check.

In just ten minutes, residents can have their blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels checked, with the nurse on hand to discuss any immediate health concerns.

By Luke HADFIELD