Evidence Based Preventive Health Screening

At our clinic, we promote health screening that is evidence‑based — focusing on tests proven to improve health outcomes and avoiding excessive or non‑validated investigations.

Our approach: We emphasize appropriate, science‑based screening that balances benefit, safety, and cost — helping patients stay healthy without unnecessary tests.

The following table summarizes the essential preventive healthcare items recommended for most individuals:

Screening / Vaccine	Recommended Age Range	Frequency	Purpose
Blood Pressure	≥18 years	At least annually	Detect hypertension and reduce cardiovascular risk
Lipid Profile	20–80+ years	Regularly	Detect high cholesterol and cardiovascular risk
Diabetes Screening	20–80+ years	Regularly	Monitor blood sugar control (HbA1c)
Breast Cancer Screening	40–75 years	Every 2 years	Early detection via mammogram
Cervical Cancer Screening	21–65 years	Pap smear every 3 years or HPV test every 5 years	Detect precancerous changes
Colon Cancer Screening	45–75 years	Colonoscopy every 10 years or stool test annually	Detect early colon cancer
Prostate Cancer Screening	50–69 years	As advised	PSA testing for men at risk
Osteoporosis Screening	≥65 years	As advised	Bone density (DEXA) for fracture prevention
Influenza Vaccine	≥6 months	Annually	Prevent seasonal flu
Pneumococcal Vaccine	≥65 years	As advised	Prevent pneumonia and invasive disease

Some individuals may require additional health screenings based on their medical history or risk factors. These targeted checks are evidence‑based and help detect conditions early, ensuring timely treatment and better outcomes.

Group / Condition	Recommended Screening	Frequency	Purpose
Chronic Hepatitis B	AFP blood test + liver ultrasound	Every 6–12 months	Detect early liver cancer (HCC)
Diabetes Mellitus	Dilated eye exam	Every 1–2 years	Detect diabetic retinopathy
High STI Risk	HIV, syphilis, hepatitis, gonorrhea, chlamydia tests	As advised	Detect and treat infections early
Heavy Smokers ≥50 yrs (≥20 pack‑years)	Low‑dose CT (LDCT) chest scan	Annually	Detect early lung cancer
Chronic Kidney Disease / Hypertension	Urine albumin‑creatinine ratio (ACR) + eGFR	Annually	Detect kidney damage early
Mental Health Risk	Depression/anxiety screening (PHQ‑9, GAD‑7)	Opportunistic	Early detection and treatment
Vision/Hearing Decline	Eye exam / hearing test	As advised	Maintain quality of life