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Health Screening & Vaccination
Understand your health risks and consider preventive care for yourself and your family.
Health screening and vaccination may be considered according to age, medical history, lifestyle, previous vaccination and individual risk. A doctor can help select relevant tests and vaccinations rather than applying the same package to everyone.
Getting Started
Where Should I Start?
I Am Aged 50 or Above
Discuss cardiovascular risk, bone health and appropriate vaccinations according to your individual risk.
Explore Suitable ScreeningI Want a Vaccination
Read about common vaccinations including influenza, pneumococcal, HPV and shingles vaccines.
View Vaccination InformationI Am Not Sure Which Vaccines I Need
Bring any available vaccination records for a doctor to review alongside your age, medical history and individual circumstances.
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Health Screening and Vaccination Services
Health Screening
For people wishing to understand cardiovascular and metabolic risk, liver and kidney function, uric acid, urine findings, bone health or cancer-screening needs, or to have a doctor explain existing test results.
View Health ScreeningVaccination
For people considering protection against influenza, pneumococcal disease, hepatitis B, HPV, measles, mumps and rubella, chickenpox or shingles, or who are unsure whether their vaccination record is complete.
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Who May Consider Health Screening?
Screening and vaccination needs vary with age and health. People in the following situations may consider a medical assessment.
Adults Considering a Routine Check-up
People with busy work schedules, limited exercise, irregular meals or an interest in understanding basic health indicators.
People Aged 45 or Above
Regular review of blood pressure, glucose, lipids and cardiovascular risk may help identify common risk factors. Government programme criteria can change; current eligibility should be checked against official information and medical assessment.
Older Adults or People at Risk of Osteoporosis
People with a history of falls, loss of height, back pain, previous fracture or concern about osteoporosis may consider bone-health and falls-risk assessment.
People with Chronic Conditions or Long-term Medication
People with diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, kidney or liver disease, reduced immunity or long-term medication should plan screening and vaccination with a doctor.
People Preparing for Travel, Study or Work
Allow time to review medical-examination requirements, vaccination records, catch-up vaccination or pre-travel health advice.
Parents Reviewing a Child’s Vaccination Record
Bring the vaccination record if you are unsure whether a child has completed vaccinations under the Hong Kong Childhood Immunisation Programme.
Choosing A Service
Which Option May Suit Me?
Looking for a Basic Health Check?
May suit people with a busy schedule, those who have not had a check-up for some time, or anyone wishing to understand common cardiovascular risk factors.
Want to Review Your Vaccination Record?
May suit people who are unsure which vaccines they have received or who are preparing for travel, study or work.
Concerned About Infection or Fracture Risk in Later Life?
May suit older adults, people with chronic conditions, those with a history of falls or anyone concerned about osteoporosis.
Health Check
Health Screening May Include
More tests are not automatically better. Screening should be selected according to age, medical and family history, lifestyle and symptoms.
Basic Health Indicators
Blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, pulse, lifestyle and individual risk assessment.
Cardiovascular and Metabolic Risk
Blood glucose, HbA1c, cholesterol, lipid profile, blood pressure and cardiovascular-risk assessment.
Liver, Kidney Function and Uric Acid
Liver and kidney function, uric acid, electrolytes and related blood markers.
Urine and Stool Tests
Assessment of urine abnormalities, kidney or urinary concerns and colorectal-screening needs when appropriate.
Bone and Joint Health
Osteoporosis risk, vitamin D, falls risk, fragility-fracture risk and musculoskeletal function.
Cancer-screening Advice
Advice on colorectal, cervical, breast or other relevant screening according to age, sex, family history and individual risk. Screening needs should be assessed individually.
Doctor’s Explanation of Results
A doctor explains the results and, where appropriate, discusses lifestyle changes, repeat testing, treatment or specialist referral.
Tests should be selected for the individual. Tell the doctor about chronic conditions, pregnancy, long-term medicines or particular symptoms before screening.
Vaccination
Common Vaccinations
Vaccination arrangements vary with age, health, previous vaccination, pregnancy status, occupation, destination and current official guidance. A doctor assesses suitability and contraindications before vaccination.
Seasonal Influenza Vaccination
Influenza can cause fever, cough and muscle pain and may lead to pneumonia or other complications. Seasonal vaccination can reduce the risk of influenza and severe illness.
Who May Consider It
Often considered annually, particularly for children, older adults, pregnant women, people with chronic conditions, healthcare workers and carers. Current recommendations and subsidy eligibility should follow official guidance and medical assessment.
Pneumococcal Vaccination
Pneumococcal infection may cause pneumonia, meningitis or bloodstream infection. Vaccine type and schedule vary according to age and individual risk.
Who May Consider It
Older adults, people with chronic conditions and others at higher risk should ask a doctor whether vaccination is appropriate.
COVID-19 Vaccination or Booster
Recommendations may change with public-health guidance. Older adults, people with reduced immunity, pregnant women and those with chronic conditions should ask a doctor about current advice.
Who May Consider It
According to current government advice, age and individual risk.
Hepatitis B Vaccination
Hepatitis B affects liver health. Blood tests for antigen and antibody status may be considered before adult vaccination.
Who May Consider It
People without hepatitis B antibodies, those with an unclear record, household or sexual contacts of a person with hepatitis B, healthcare workers or others at increased exposure risk.
HPV Vaccination
HPV vaccination helps prevent certain HPV-related cancers and conditions. Timing, number of doses and catch-up needs depend on age, previous vaccination and medical advice.
Who May Consider It
Age and vaccination needs should be assessed by a doctor. Vaccination may help prevent HPV-related diseases.
MMR and Chickenpox Vaccination
Measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox are vaccine-preventable. A doctor can advise whether blood testing or catch-up vaccination should be considered.
Who May Consider It
People with an uncertain immunity record, no known previous infection or incomplete vaccination, including those preparing for study, work or travel.
Shingles Vaccination (Herpes Zoster Vaccine)
Shingles can cause a blistering rash, burning pain and nerve pain, which may persist after the rash settles. Suitability, timing and dose schedule depend on age, immune status, medical history and medical assessment.
Who May Consider It
Older adults, people who have previously had shingles and those with reduced immunity or other risk factors may ask a doctor whether vaccination is suitable.
Travel-related Vaccination
Recommendations vary by destination. Seek advice early and bring any available vaccination records.
Who May Consider It
People preparing to visit particular destinations or travel for study, work or an extended period.
These are common examples only. Suitability, dose schedule and contraindications require individual assessment. Recommendations and subsidy eligibility may change; check current official information and ask the clinic.
Before Booking
Preparing for Your Appointment
- Bring an identification document.
- Bring previous health-screening reports.
- Bring vaccination records or vaccination cards.
- Tell the doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Tell the doctor about chronic conditions, allergies and current medicines.
- Contact the clinic before the appointment if you have had a severe reaction to a vaccine or medicine.
- If you have a fever or acute infection, receive medical assessment before vaccination.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Tests should be selected according to age, medical and family history, lifestyle and symptoms. Unnecessary tests may cause anxiety and lead to further investigations without clear benefit.
Some chronic conditions, including hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol, may not cause early symptoms. Appropriate screening may identify risk factors before complications develop.
A doctor should consider your age, medical history, allergies, pregnancy status, immune status and previous vaccination record before recommending a vaccine.
Influenza viruses and vaccine formulations change. Annual vaccination is commonly advised for suitable people, subject to current official guidance and individual medical assessment.
Bring any records you have. If the record is incomplete, a doctor may recommend blood testing or appropriate catch-up vaccination.
Some vaccines can be given on the same day, but the arrangement depends on the vaccines and your health. Ask the doctor before vaccination.
Many people with chronic conditions benefit from vaccine protection, but the condition, medicines and immune status may affect timing and suitability.
No. Mild abnormalities may relate to diet, medicines, a temporary illness or preparation for the test. A doctor interprets the result in context and advises whether repeat or further testing is needed.
The shingles vaccine is medically known as the herpes zoster vaccine. Shingles can cause skin blisters, burning pain and nerve pain. Suitability depends on age, immune status, medical history and medical assessment.
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for general health education only and does not replace diagnosis, treatment or personalised medical advice. Health screening and vaccination arrangements vary with age, medical history, allergies, pregnancy status, immune status, previous vaccination and current official guidance. Consult a registered doctor if you have symptoms, a chronic condition or questions about vaccine suitability.
Related
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Bring previous reports and vaccination records to a medical assessment. The doctor can discuss suitable screening and vaccination according to your age, health, circumstances and individual risk.
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