–By Lily Perkinson
We’ve all heard about them and, more than likely, many of us have been advised to get them. But what exactly is a health screening? Inova, the Fairfax-based nonprofit healthcare provider, offers a definition: a preventative process to identify health complications or chronic diseases before they become problematic.
Inova also emphasizes the importance of screenings when planning your medical care. They can play a significant role in decreasing the risk of sudden health concerns, like high blood pressure, artery blockage, diabetes, and many more conditions that can often be successfully managed if they’re identified and treated before they become complex. Screening recommendations change depending on age—from growth and dental checks for children to cancer screenings for adults.
This article originally appeared in the October 2024 issue.
