Subsidised health screening programme for Singaporeans – Screen for Life (SFL)
The subsidised health screening programme for Singapore Citizens. The best time to go for screening is when you still feel fine.
Health Screenings allow you to detect symptoms of diseases such as chronic diseases at the earliest stage to maintain your health and well-being and prevent disabilities and illnesses later in life.
Get your health screened at $5 or less with SFL subsidies. Check your eligibility now!
Schedule your appointment to get screened at our selected CHAS-accredited AcuMed Clinics today!
Eligibility and Fees
With the SFL subsidy, Singapore Citizens pay $5 or less per screening visit.
This screening cost includes the cost of the recommended screening tests done within the same visit and the doctor’s consultation fee, as well as the first follow-up consultation fee for individuals who have been assessed to require one. Individuals who undergo screening test(s) on a separate visit will be charged a separate fixed fee.
Pioneer Generation Cardholders
$0
Merdeka Generation/CHAS (Orange or Blue) Cardholders
$2
Eligible Singaporeans/CHAS Green Cardholders
$5
Recommended Screenings
The recommended tests are beneficial as early detection of diseases leads to better management of health and health outcomes.
18 to 39 years old
Male & Female
40 to 49 years old
Male & Female
50 years old and above
Male & Female
18 to 39 years old
Male & Female
Do these checks regularly or as advised by your doctor
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Obesity
Obesity can lead to chronic diseases such as Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension.
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High Cholesterol
High cholesterol can lead to narrowing of blood vessels which can increase risks of heart attack or stroke.
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High blood pressure
High blood pressure can damage blood vessels and increase risks of kidney and heart diseases and stroke.
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Diabetes
Poor controlled diabetes can lead to nerve damage, kidney failure, heart attack and stroke – especially if you have certain risk factors.
40 to 49 years old
Male & Female
Do these checks regularly or as advised by your doctor
1. Chronic Diseases
Check for chronic ailments (obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol).
2. Screening for Cancer
As advised by your doctor, based on your risk factor profile.
50 years old and above
Male & Female
Do these checks once a year
1. Chronic diseases
Check for chronic ailments (obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol).
2. Colorectal Cancer – Faecal Immunochemical test
Colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon) can be prevented and is treatable when detected early.
Do these checks as advised by your doctor, based on your risk factor profile.
1. Screening for cancer
2. Prostate Cancer
It is recommended that men who are above 50 years of age with a family history of prostate cancer diagnosed below the age of 60 years speak to their doctors for relevant screening
Regular Cervical Cancer Screening
Do discuss the frequency/type of test based on your risk profile with your Doctor
Women who have had sexual intercourse and/or are sexually active are at risk of developing cervical cancer and should go for regular cervical cancer screening.
For 50 years old and above
On top of Regular Cervical Cancer Screening, it is recommended for you to go for Mammogram to screen for Breast Cancer every 2 years.
Mammogram is a process where the breasts are screened to check for abnormalities.
FAQ
Screen for Life is a National Health Screening Programme by the Health Promotion Board (HPB) for eligible Singapore Citizens at a subsidised rate.
Find out which screening test(s) are recommended for you and the subsidised rates by logging in with your Singpass. Your eligibility depends on your age, gender, pre-existing conditions and your last health screening date.
For Singapore Permanent Residents, please give us a call at 6566 3311 or write in to enquiry@acumed.com.sg
After checking your eligibility, kindly make an appointment here.
Kindly fast for 8 hours (no food or drinks other than plain water). You may continue taking your chronic medications, except for diabetic medicines.