Frequently Asked Questions
SCREEN FOR LIFE PROGRAMME
Covers questions about the programme, subsidies, and eligibility.
SCREEN FOR LIFE PROGRAMME
Covers questions about the programme, subsidies, and eligibility.
This subsidised fee covers the screening test(s) done within the same visit, and the first post-screening consultation, if assessed that a consultation is required. Individuals who undergo their screening test(s) on a separate visit will be charged a separate fixed fee.
Breast cancer screening is also offered at subsidised rates at selected polyclinics. The rates are $25 for PG cardholders, $37.50 for MG cardholders and $50 for Singapore Citizens. For information on breast cancer screening, please refer to the ‘Screening Journey’ section.
For Permanent Residents, please check with your preferred CHAS GP clinic on the screening test rates offered under the Screen for Life programme. The prevailing doctor’s consultation will be charged accordingly by the respective CHAS GP clinics.
For Healthier SG (HSG)-enrolled Singapore Citizens, nationally-recommended screening under Screen for Life will be fully subsidised at their enrolled HSG clinic. You can check with your enrolled HSG clinic when your recommended screening is due.
- Your age and sex as below
- breast cancer screening - for women aged 50 years and above
- cardiovascular risk screening - for men and women aged 40 years and above
- cervical cancer screening - for women aged 25 years and above
- colorectal cancer screening - for men and women aged 50 years and above
- The date of your last screening
- breast cancer screening - every two years since last mammogram
- cardiovascular risk screening - three years since your last screening
- cervical cancer screening - three years since your last Pap test or five years since your last HPV test
- colorectal cancer screening - one year since your last screening with FIT
- Whether you have been diagnosed with chronic diseases or selected cancers (cervical or colorectal)
*Eligible Public Assistance (PA) cardholders will receive the same subsidies as PG cardholders.
If you are a woman aged 25 or above, you can enjoy the subsidy for cervical cancer screening (Pap test for those aged 25 to 29 years old, HPV test for those aged 30 years and above).
Where to go for screening
Covers questions about where to go for subsidised screening under Screen for Life.
Where to go for screening
Covers questions about where to go for subsidised screening under Screen for Life.
You may use the clinic locator to find out where your nearest CHAS GP clinic is located. We strongly recommend making an appointment with your CHAS GP as you will need to prepare for your screening appointment.
You may use the clinic locator to find out where your nearest CHAS GP clinic is located.
Diabetes Risk Assessment
Covers questions about its purpose and eligibility criteria.
Diabetes Risk Assessment
Covers questions about its purpose and eligibility criteria.
If your outcome is:
At Lower Risk
Continue practising a healthy lifestyle. You are also recommended to re-take the Diabetes Risk Assessment every two years, or as often as there are changes in the variables (e.g. age, weight or history of high blood pressure).At Higher Risk
You are recommended to go for a basic screening to check your status for diabetes. Log in to HealthHub using your Singpass to record your Diabetes Risk Assessment results. You should receive an invitation to go for health screening via email. You may redeem the health screening package at a CHAS GP clinic of your choice, and you are highly encouraged to make an appointment for screening. The e-invitation and subsidised screening rates are only applicable for individuals found to be "at higher risk" after completing the Diabetes Risk Assessment*.*subject to eligibility
- your weight
- high blood pressure
- diagnosis of gestational diabetes during pregnancy (for females)
- diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes in your immediate family
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My friend was able to do the Diabetes Risk Assessment in the past. Why is she unable to do it now?
My friend was able to do the Diabetes Risk Assessment in the past. Why is she unable to do it now?
Chronic Disease Screening
Covers questions about chronic disease screening such as diabetes, high blood cholesterol, and high blood pressure.
Chronic Disease Screening
Covers questions about chronic disease screening such as diabetes, high blood cholesterol, and high blood pressure.
Regular screening can help you detect these conditions early, reducing the chances of cardiovascular complications such as heart attack, stroke, and kidney failure. This allows for earlier and therefore more effective treatment and management. Screening can also give you peace of mind if you get a normal result and know that you do not have the disease.
To screen for diabetes and high blood cholesterol, a fasting venous blood test (where blood is drawn from the arm vein) will be used to check your blood sugar and cholesterol levels. There is also an alternative non-fasting blood test available which is more convenient for health screening. Ask your doctor about the non-fasting blood test to find out if the test is suitable for you.
To screen for high blood pressure, a blood pressure test is used to measure the pressure in your arteries as your heart pumps. As part of the measuring process, the blood pressure cuff will be wrapped around your arm.
To screen for obesity, height and weight (to calculate the Body Mass Index, BMI), and waist circumference will be measured.
Breast Cancer Screening
Covers questions about mammogram for breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Screening
Covers questions about mammogram for breast cancer.
However, if you notice any unusual breast lumps, pain or nipple discharge, you should see your doctor as soon as possible. If you think you have a higher risk of developing breast cancer, you should also seek advice from your doctor.
For women between the ages of 40 to 49, the breast tissue is denser and a mammogram may not be able to detect abnormal tissue as well. Therefore, women in this age range are recommended to screen more frequently, so any changes in the breast tissue in between screens (one year) can be better detected.
You should go for a mammogram once a year if you are aged 40 to 49 years old and once every two years if you are aged 50 years or above. As such, you should wait till you are due before going for your re-screen.
However, the images are stored in a secured system that is accessible by the parties involved in the programme who can refer to them for your next screening test. If you wish to keep a copy of the images, you may request for it at a fee from the screening centre where you did your mammogram.
For FAQs on COVID-19 Vaccination and Breast Cancer Screening, please click here.
Cervical Cancer Screening
Covers questions about Pap and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) tests for cervical cancer.
Cervical Cancer Screening
Covers questions about Pap and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) tests for cervical cancer.
- have a condition that leaves you with a weak immune system (e.g. lupus)
- are Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) positive
When your body is unable to clear the high-risk HPV strains, a persistent infection will occur and that can lead to cervical cancer. Hence, it is important to follow-up with your gynaecologist so that he/she will be able to monitor your situation closely.
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Covers questions about the Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) for colorectal cancer.
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Covers questions about the Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) for colorectal cancer.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR SUBSIDISED SCREENING?
Find out which screening test(s) and subsidies
you are eligible for by logging in with your Singpass.
Your eligibility depends on your age, sex,
pre-existing conditions and your last screening date.