About our public health service
Our services, priorities and what our public health team do.
Find a health provider
Find our list of public health service providers and filter by location or service.
NHS health checks
An NHS health check is a free check-up of your cardiovascular health.
Help to stop smoking
Resources to help you stop smoking including a list of stop smoking services.
Drug and alcohol support services
Get help with substance misuse and addictions. Find out about needle exchanges and Naxolone kits.
National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP)
The National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) measures the height and weight of children in reception and year 6.
LiveWell Dorset
LiveWell Dorset is a free advice and coaching service that aims to help you to live a healthier, happier life.
Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA)
A Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) looks at the main health and wellbeing challenges in our area.
Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA)
Our PNA highlights the needs of our residents for pharmaceutical services. It is a key tool for NHS England to decide how to commission pharmaceutical services.
Community Health Improvement Services
How to sign up to offer Community Health Improvement Services if you are an eligible provider.
Stay Well Dorset
Stay Well Dorset gives free health and wellbeing advice to adults living in Dorset. They work with the NHS, local councils and community organisations to help you live a healthier life.
UK Health Security Agency
UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) prevents, prepares for and responds to infectious diseases, and environmental hazards, to keep all our communities safe, save lives and protect livelihoods.