The Power of Prevention

Life Line Screen's mission is to make people aware of unrecognized health problems and encourage them to seek follow-up care with their personal physician. They are the leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings in the United States

Since their inception in 1993, they have screened over 6 million people, and currently screen over 1 million people each year at over 20,000 screening events nationwide. They are dedicated to providing the highest quality preventive screenings at affordable rates.

Q. At what age should I be screened?

A. This is a personal decision, based on your risk factors and family history. For example, the National Stroke Association states that your risk of stroke increases with age and doubles every decade after age 55. Vascular screening is recommended beginning at age 50; however, if you have diabetes, or a family history of stroke, heart disease, or AAA, talk to your doctor about getting screened after age 40.

Q. Can my physician do this type of preventive health screening as part of my routine physical?

A. No. There is a gap in the healthcare system: If you are asymptomatic, meaning you are not yet sick and feel well, but have risk factors such as age, family history of disease or certain health conditions, our nation’s system is not well designed to take preventive steps towards your good health. We are quite good at treating illness once symptoms occur; but for many diseases like stroke, the first symptom is a stroke. Four out of five stroke victims have no apparent symptoms or warning signs.

Likewise, osteoporosis is painless in early stages and most people are completely unaware of the condition until a fracture occurs. Once you have a screening, your doctor can use the results to determine next steps, including ordering insurance-covered diagnostic testing and treatment if necessary.

Q. What is the cost to be screened?

A. Life Line Screening offers a wide variety of health screening package options, and reduces the cost when you purchase more screenings. Individual screenings are $50 or less. Discounted packages are available, screening packages begin at around $139. Enter your ZIP code to find a screening event near you and view exact prices.