Health Screenings Everyone Should Get
December 29, 2019
Updated: 1/24/23
Many of us have a goal of improving our health. But, did you know that getting the right health screening, at the right time, is one of the most important things you can do for your health?
Screenings are medical tests that check for diseases and health conditions - ideally - before they become a problem for your health.
Next Steps & Resources:
- Meet our clinical contributor: Maria Chavez Santos, M.D.
- To make an appointment with a Hackensack Meridian Health doctor near you, call 800-822-8905 or visit our website.
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