Health screening is divided into cancer screening and chronic illness screening. The initiative is called Screen For LIfe and more information can be found at https://www.healthhub.sg/programmes/61/Screen_for_Life#benefits-of-screen-for-life. Singapore Ministry of Health (MOH) and Health Promotion Board (HPB) recommends women to go for these screenings depending on your age:
Chronic illness recommended for screening includes screening for high blood pressure, obesity, Diabetes and cholesterol.
When you are between 25 and 39 years old: Recommended to screen for High Blood Pressure, obesity and diabetes.
When you are 40 years and above: Recommended to screening for high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes and cholesterol.
Cancer screening recommended are as below:
Cervical cancer screening: Between the ages of 25 and 69 years old.
Breast cancer screening and colorectal screening are recommended for women 50 years old and above.
