How it works
Go to your account dashboard and look for the BMI Risk tool
![A smartphone screen displaying a health app showing a BMI risk meter with a reading of 23.4. The background is pink with shield icons.](/https/nowpatient.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F1.800.gay%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fnpcms.nowpatient.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F06%2Fbmi-step-01.png&w=3840&q=75)
If you have not completed your health profile, the BMI Risk tool will be locked. Select the ‘Complete assessment’ button
![A smartphone screen displaying a health app with a BMI risk assessment section. The screen shows a "Complete assessment" button and a navigation bar at the top. The background is pink with shield icons.](/https/nowpatient.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F1.800.gay%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fnpcms.nowpatient.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F06%2Fbmi-step-02.png&w=3840&q=75)
Now complete the assessment questionnaire
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You will now be graded with a risk score, and redirected to the tool on your dashboard
![A smartphone screen displays a health app with a BMI Risk tool showing a BMI of 30.4, indicated in a risk category. The background has a pattern of shield icons.](/https/nowpatient.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F1.800.gay%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fnpcms.nowpatient.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F06%2Fbmi-step-04.png&w=3840&q=75)
If your score indicates a risk then you will see a warning sign. Click the warning sign and you will now be able to see an advisory message advising you what to do
![A smartphone screen displays a warning message about high BMI risk, advising lifestyle changes and consulting a doctor to prevent complications like diabetes.](/https/nowpatient.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F1.800.gay%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fnpcms.nowpatient.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F06%2Fbmi-step-05.png&w=3840&q=75)
If you are graded as obese, then we will automatically check if you qualify for weight loss treatments. If you are, you will see a recommendation appear on the Weight Loss Programs tool which you can select to proceed to a Weight Loss consultation
![A smartphone screen displaying a health app with sections for "My Favorite Tools", "Weight Loss Programs", and "My Documents" including "Symptoms Checker".](/https/nowpatient.com/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2F1.800.gay%3A443%2Fhttps%2Fnpcms.nowpatient.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2024%2F06%2Fbmi-step-06.png&w=3840&q=75)
Every 3 months, we recommend that you repeat the assessment or update your health profile. Your risk may change as you adapt your lifestyle by implementing healthy living advice provided or if you are prescribed a weight loss treatment
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Service Information
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What should I do if my score puts me at risk of developing long-term conditions?
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