Early Detection Matters
Many serious conditions - such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, colorectal cancer, heart disease and diabetes - can be treated more effectively and result in better outcomes, when found early. The Screening and Prevention Benefit gives you easy access to the screening tests that matter most.
You have access to the following tests from this benefit:
- One mammogram every two years for both men and women
- One Pap smear every three years (liquid-based cytology is paid up to the Scheme Rate)
- One prostate specific antigen (PSA) test for prostate cancer screening
- HIV screening, including Rapid and ELISA tests
- Faecal occult blood test (FOBT) or faecal immunochemical test (FIT) every two years for members aged 45-75, with a colonoscopy funded if you are at risk or receive a positive result
- Annual Pharmacy-based wellness screenings (blood glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol and body mass index)
- One annual Flu vaccination
- HPV vaccination for members aged 9-26 years
- Child screenings
- If you're 65 or older, you qualify for a yearly set of health screening tests to help you stay on top of your health.
The Screening and Prevention Benefit gives you the power to protect your health proactively - without paying from your pocket. Whether it's a simple cholesterol check or vital cancer screening, these benefits are there to keep you informed, healthy and supported.
If you haven't had your annual screening yet, now is the perfect time - start by finding out more on this benefit online.