The Health Promotion Board in Singapore recommends that screening for chronic diseases should start in both men and women at 40 years of age if there are no pre-existing conditions.

However, if you have certain risk factors such as a strong family history of the disease, obesity or smoking, your doctor may recommend commencing screening at an earlier age.

Screening for colorectal cancer is also recommended for all asymptomatic individuals above the age of 50, whilst those with certain risk factors such as inflammatory bowel disease or a strong family history of colorectal cancers are encouraged to start at an earlier age.

All women aged between 25 and 69 years of age who have ever had sex are also advised to have a regular Pap smear whilst women above the age of 40 should also have a regular mammogram.