The Integrated Screening Programme is a nation-wide programme for Singaporeans aged 40 years and older to be screened for diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, obesity and cervical cancer at registered General Practicitioner clinics.
What is the Integrated Screening Programme?
The Integrated Screening Programme (ISP) is a nationwide screening programme that invites Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents 40 years and older to go for screening for the following conditions at a Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP) General Practitioner (GP) clinic:
| Who is eligible? | What do I screen for? | What test is used? | How often should I go? | How much does it cost? |
| Men and women aged 40 and above | Obesity | Body Mass Index (BMI) measurement | Once a year | $8 |
| High blood pressure (hypertension) | Blood pressure measurement | Once every two years or more frequently as advised by your doctor | ||
| Diabetes mellitus | Blood test (fasting blood glucose) | Once every three years or more frequently as advised by your doctor | ||
| High blood cholesterol (hyperlipidaemia) | Blood test (fasting blood cholesterol) | |||
| Men and women aged 50 and above | Colorectal cancer | FIT the Faecal Immunochemcial Test (to test for blood in stools) * | Once a year | $30 |
| Women aged 40 and above | Cervical cancer + | Pap smear | Once every three years | $15 (excluding GST and GP consultation fees) |
| Women aged 50 and above | Breast cancer # | Mammography | Once every two years | Mammography is offered at a subsidised cost at polyclinics. |
Note: The above screening tests are recommended for people with no pre-existing conditions. If you have any risk factors (e.g. family history of the disease, obesity), please check with your doctor for the screening tests and screening frequency recommended for you.
* Besides the FIT, screening colonoscopy may also be used to screen for colorectal cancer. It should be done once every 10 years. Screening colonoscopy is done as selected hospitals, and you may use your Medisave to pay for screening colonoscopy at the Medisave -approved centres. Speak to your GP/doctor to find out more.
+ Women aged 25 69 yrs, who have ever had sexual intercourse should go for cervical cancer screening.
# Women aged 40-49 should talk to their doctor about the benefits and limitations of breast cancer screening in this age group before deciding if they should go for a screening mammogram.
How can I participate in the ISP?
If you are a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident aged 40 to 69 years, you will receive a letter from the HPB, inviting you to go for health screening. Do bring this letter with you when you visit your CDMP-GP clinic. Alternatively, you can visit a CDMP-GP clinic near you to ask for the screening tests offered by this programme.
Where can I have my health screening?
You can go for health screening at a CDMP GP clinic near you. A list of CDMP-GP clinics located near your home will be sent to you, together with the invitation letter.
How much does screening cost?
Screening has been made affordable under ISP. Please check the table above for the screening cost. The ISP offers subsidised screening for eligible individuals. If you are eligible, you will be informed of this in your invitation letter.
What should I do before going for screening?
Before you go for screening, make an appointment with the CDMP-GP clinic of your choice.
What happens on the day of screening?
What should I do after my screening?
If your screening results are normal, continue to go for regular screening at the recommended frequency.
An abnormal result does not always mean that you have the condition. If your screening results are abnormal, do see your doctor, who will recommend further tests if necessary.
Screening for Chronic Diseases
What are chronic diseases?
Chronic diseases are long-term health conditions that may worsen over time, if left untreated or poorly controlled. Click here to find out more.
What should I do before I go for chronic disease screening?
Before screening:
- Make an appointment with your preferred CDMP-GP clinic.
- Avoid food or drinks (other than plain water) for 8-10 hours.
- If you are unwell or on medication, check with your doctor if you can or should take the test.
On screening day:
- Bring your ISP invitation letter (if available) and your NRIC.
Screening for Colorectal Cancer
What is colorectal cancer?
It is cancer of the large intestine (colon and rectum). Click here to find out more.
What should I do before I go for colorectal cancer screening?
Visit a CDMP-GP clinic to collect your FIT pack. The pack contains the test kits and a step-by-step guide on how to do the test. To find out more, click to watch the video below.
Click here to view videos in Chinese, Malay and Tamil.
Screening for Cervical Cancer
What is cervical cancer?
It is cancer of the lower part of the womb. Click here to find out more.
What should I do before I go for cervical cancer screening?
Before screening:
- Make your appointment two weeks after the start of your period.
- Avoid having sexual intercourse and using spermicides, vaginal creams, lubricants, vaginal medications or tampons for 48 hours before the test.
On screening day:
- Wear a two-piece outfit as you will need to undress from the waist down.
Screening for Breast Cancer
What is breast cancer?
It is a cancer of the breast cells and tissues. Click here to find out more.
What should I do before I go for breast cancer screening?
Before screening:
- Make your appointment at least one week after your period.
On screening day:
- Wear a two-piece outfit as you will need to undress from the waist up.
- Do not use any perfume, deodorant, powder or ointment on your underarms or breasts.
