2023-2025
UK health trends and insights
Medichecks’ Annual Health Report analyses millions of anonymised blood test results to reveal the most important health trends across the UK. Each year, our clinical team examines changes in biomarkers, deficiencies, and risk factors to highlight what’s happening to the nation’s health (and what it means for you).
At a glance
Key findings from the 2025 report
- Most people have at least one abnormal result: The majority of people tested had at least one biomarker outside the normal range, highlighting how common hidden health issues are (even in people who feel well).
- Cholesterol remains a leading concern: Cholesterol and other lipid markers continue to be among the most common out-of-range results, particularly from mid-adulthood onwards.
- Trust in AI health advice is rising: Over half of people surveyed said they’ve already used AI for health advice, with some saying they’d trust it over a doctor if advice conflicted.
- Healthy ageing is driven by long-term habits: Good health later in life is linked to consistent lifestyle factors such as diet, physical activity, and social connection (not just genetics).
Annual Health Report 2025 Articles
80% of people haven’t heard of qFIT
Why is bowel health being missed? Understand qFIT and bowel cancer risk.
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Abnormal biomarkers in 2025: UK’s most out-of-range results
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Ever wondered which biomarkers are most likely to come back out of range?
How to live healthily beyond 90 (the science-backed way)
Scared of getting older? Here's some tips to stay healthy for as long as possible.
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How to build a supplement routine that works for you
Confused about supplements? Read our step-by-step supplement guide.
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Health and wellness trends and predictions
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Explore the health trends of 2025 and the expert predictions for 2026.
The AI-doctor dilemma: who do you trust when your GP and ChatGPT disagree?
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Does the UK trust AI over their GP?
Who is most at risk of vitamin D deficiency in the UK?
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Discover how British weather affects our vitamin D levels.
Over 60% of people are low in Omega-3s - are you getting enough?
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Even with healthy eating, vital Omega-3s are often missing from our diets.
Annual Health Report 2024 articles
5 reasons men are more at risk of liver disease – and what you can do about it
Twice as many men die from liver disease as women, but why is there such a difference?
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Are women more stressed than men?
The results are in. Who had higher cortisol levels in 2024 — men or women?
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2024 health trends - the UK's most abnormal biomarkers
Where do you sit on the nation’s most abnormal biomarkers list?
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Doctors’ 10 health predictions for 2025
What emerging health trends and innovations can we expect next year?
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Which magnesium supplement is best for you?
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Confused about magnesium? Here's how to pick the right supplement for you.
How UK health trends change over time
Annual Health Report 2023
From how the cost-of-living crisis is affecting our health to the biomarkers that are most likely to be out of range, our 2023 health report is brimming with fascinating insights.
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FAQs
What is the Annual Health Report?
The Medichecks Annual Health Report is a yearly analysis of anonymised blood test data and health surveys from people across the UK. It highlights emerging health trends, common deficiencies, and changes in key biomarkers to provide insight into the nation’s health and wellbeing.
How is the data collected?
The report is based on anonymised results of at-home blood tests processed by Medichecks. Data is aggregated and analysed to identify patterns and trends, rather than individual results. Some stories also include data from health surveys where we ask the public and our customers to share their experience and views on health, wellbeing, and more.
Is the data anonymised?
Yes. All data used in the Annual Health Report is fully anonymised and aggregated. No personally identifiable information is included, and individual test results cannot be identified.
Who reviews and analyses the findings?
All insights in the Annual Health Report are reviewed by qualified healthcare professionals. Analysis is carried out in line with current clinical guidelines to ensure accuracy, relevance, and responsible interpretation of the data.
How often is the Annual Health Report published?
The Annual Health Report is published once a year, with each edition reflecting the most recent full year of available data.
I'm a journalist, how do I submit a press enquiry?
If you’re a journalist or media professional and would like to discuss the Annual Health Report, request expert commentary, or access additional data insights, please get in touch with our press team.
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