Examination Item
Basic Health Assessment:
Measure body weight
Suggested Check-up Schedule
Every two years for women at or under age 39. Every year for women at age 40 or above.
If there is any abnormal result from the basic health assessment, you should seek further treatment.
Examination Item
Cervical Smear
Suggested Check-up Schedule
Women who have ever had sexual experience should have regular cervical cancer screening every year for 2 consecutive years. If both results are normal, they can have the tests done every 1 to 3 years.
If you have an abnormal test result, your doctor will advise you on the appropriate treatment and frequency of monitoring. If you experience abnormal vaginal bleeding, you should seek medical consultation even if you are not due for a routine medical appointment.
Examination Item
Breast Examination:
Suggested Check-up Schedule
Self-breast examination every month, starting from age 20.
Consider mammography and breast ultrasound scan every 1-2 years, starting from age 40.
Breast ultrasound scan and/or mammography may be advised by your doctor if you have sign or symptom, or family history of breast disease.
Examination Item
Pelvic ultrasound scan
Suggested Check-up Schedule
It’s always a good idea to discuss your check-up schedule with your healthcare provider.