Health screening saves lives. Early detection of conditions such as hypertension or elevated blood sugar can help prevent serious diseases like diabetes and heart disease that kill thousands of Mississippians every year.

Health screening is quick and easy. You can have your weight, blood pressure and blood sugar checked in just a few minutes by public health professionals. It doesn’t hurt, and it takes no special preparation.

Health screenings are free. Health screening events are public services from the Mississippi Department of Health and their partners. All our screenings are done at no cost to you.

Health screening lets you take charge of your health. Health screenings can educate you on the simple changes to your lifestyle that keep you on the road to good health.

Health screenings come to you. We can help arrange a health screening and education event at workplaces, churches, community centers, shopping malls, or other public places. Check with the Department of Health on how your organization or event can have one.