People with a learning disability and autistic people are more likely to experience physical and mental health conditions.  However, they often find it difficult to access the healthcare that they need.  This can mean health conditions are missed or not treated, leading to poorer health outcomes. 

Annual health checks can help by finding health conditions early and improving health, wellbeing and quality of life.  These checks are currently offered to people aged 14 and over with a learning disability, although availability varies across the UK, and to some autistic people.