Ben Champniss, known for his role as Shrimpy in EastEnders, shares his experience after receiving a health check and being diagnosed with Familial Hypercholesterolaemia.
Ben Champniss , an EastEnders star, has opened up about an unexpected health diagnosis . The actor plays an extra called Shrimpy in the show, who is usually seen working on the market and interacting with the likes of Martin (James Bye), Kim (Tameka Empson) and Kathy (Gillian Taylforth). Recently, Ben took to social media platform X to reveal he’s recently received an update regarding his health.
The star said he organised a free NHS health check after turning 40, and now hopes talking about it might help other people. He began: ‘It’s not like me to use social media like this, but I feel that I should, in case it can help even one person. After turning 40 back in September, I decided to ask my doctor for the free NHS health check. Anyone 40+ is entitled to this. ‘My blood results came back and suggested I have Familial Hypercholesterolaemia. A genetic condition that causes extremely high cholesterol levels. There are no symptoms for this. The risk of heart disease, stroke and heart attack is extremely high with thi
Eastenders Ben Champniss Health Diagnosis Familial Hypercholesterolaemia NHS Health Check
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