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A health screening refers to a medical examination, test, or procedure that’s used in a person experiencing no specific symptoms to help determine their risk of developing a health condition.

Health screenings help doctors detect medical problems early, before a person has symptoms. The type of screenings people need can vary by age. For example, while screenings in babies measure their ...

Preventive screenings check for signs of various medical conditions, such as cancer or heart problems. They are available for many conditions and people of all ages. Preventive screenings are an ...

Certain health screenings for men are essential at every age (like blood pressure), while others depend on your risk and age. The tools can help detect potential health risks before symptoms develop.