Statistics have shown, 5 common top causes of death in women includes pneumonia, ischemic heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, breast cancer and diabetes. This illness is preventable and death can be avoided if regular health screening is done. By doing this, you will be informed of your health status and get any disease treated at an early stage.
The common conditions should women get screened for include:• Cancer such as breast, ovarian, endometrium, cervix and others• Heart disease• Diabetes• Hypertension• Sexually transmitted infection
Health screening packages available for women are:1. Basic Blood Test Package At Home2. Blood Sugar Level And HbA1c Test Package At Home3. Women Cancer Marker With Ovarian (CA125) And Breast (CA15.3) Test Package At Home4. Heart And CRP Test Package At Home5. HIV And VDRL Test Package At Home6. Columbia Asia PJ - Preferred Screening7. Columbia Asia PJ - Basic Screening (By Specialist)8. Columbia Asia PJ - Basic Screening (By Medical Officer)9. Columbia Asia PJ - Comprehensive Screening (By Specialist)10. Columbia Asia - Pre-Employment Screening11. NCSM General Blood Profile12. NCSM Well Female Screening Package
Women are adviced to go for a health screening starting at the age of 18 years old and above especially those who have a family history of any hereditary conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, heart disease and any cancer.
The different tests will need different preparation. Depending on the package you take, for example, some blood tests may require you to fast beforehand. Don't forget to bring your ID and your booking details during the test.
