By The Big Buy desk · Last verified 12 October 2026
The national programme once called Screen for Life now runs as Healthier SG Screening. It covers the tests most adults need: cardiovascular risk from 40, cervical cancer from 25, colorectal cancer from 50 and breast cancer mammograms from 50. Eligible Singapore Citizens pay S$5 or less at CHAS GP clinics, and S$0 at their enrolled Healthier SG clinic, including one follow-up consultation if needed. Private packages cost far more: in January 2026, prices ranged from about S$52 for a basic clinic package to over S$11,000 for the most elaborate hospital package. General health screening cannot be paid with MediSave.
Finding a problem early is one of the kindest things you can do for your future self. The good news: the screenings that matter most are among the cheapest.
Quick facts
- Healthier SG Screening fees for citizens at CHAS GPs: Pioneer Generation S$0; Merdeka Generation and CHAS Blue or Orange S$2; others and CHAS Green S$5.
- Citizens enrolled with Healthier SG pay S$0 for eligible tests at their enrolled clinic.
- Mammograms at selected polyclinics: S$0 enrolled, S$25 PG, S$37.50 MG, S$50 other citizens, S$75 PRs.
- Permanent Residents: ask the CHAS GP for test rates; consultation fees apply.
- Book and check eligibility at book.health.gov.sg.
- Public hospital screening packages are not subsidised.
The national screenings: who, what and how often
| Screening | Who | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular risk (blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, obesity) | Men and women 40 and above with no prior diagnosis; 18 to 39 if assessed at higher risk | Every 3 years |
| Cervical cancer: Pap test | Women 25 to 29 | Every 3 years |
| Cervical cancer: HPV test | Women 30 and above | Every 5 years |
| Colorectal cancer (FIT stool test) | Men and women 50 and above | Every year |
| Breast cancer (mammogram) | Women 50 and above | Every 2 years |
Note: the S$5 rate applies at CHAS GP clinics. At polyclinics, regular polyclinic subsidies apply instead, unless the polyclinic is your enrolled Healthier SG clinic.
What private packages cost
Every provider names its packages differently. These are lowest-to-highest package prices including GST, as listed in January 2026.
| Provider | Type | Package range |
|---|---|---|
| Central Clinic | Clinic | S$52.32 to S$368.42 |
| Parkway Shenton | Clinic group | S$125 to S$321 |
| Raffles Medical | Private group | S$138 to S$11,530 |
| Tan Tock Seng Hospital | Public hospital | S$248 to S$978 |
| National University Hospital | Public hospital | S$248.52 to S$815.32 |
| Singapore General Hospital | Public hospital | S$383.68 to S$819.68 |
| Thomson Medical | Private hospital | S$398 to S$3,388 |
| Fullerton Health | Clinic group | S$542.82 to S$1,850.82 |
A basic package should include at least a health and lifestyle assessment, a physical examination, fasting blood glucose and a cholesterol test. Dearer packages add blood counts, liver and kidney panels, ECG, scans and specialist reviews. Check the test list, not just the price.
Worked example: a 52-year-old woman
- Enrolled with Healthier SG: cardiovascular risk, HPV test and FIT at her clinic for S$0; mammogram at a selected polyclinic for S$0. Total: S$0.
- Not enrolled, no subsidy card: cardiovascular, cervical and colorectal screening at a CHAS GP for S$5; mammogram S$50. Total: S$55.
- Private package instead: a mid-range package of about S$400 to S$600, which may still not include a mammogram or FIT.
How to book subsidised screening
- Check your eligibility and book at book.health.gov.sg.
- Choose your enrolled Healthier SG clinic, or a participating CHAS GP.
- Bring your NRIC and any CHAS, Merdeka or Pioneer card; call ahead to confirm.
- Return for the follow-up consultation, which is included if needed.
The WahLiao Verdict
Start with the national screenings: they cover the conditions that matter most for your age, at S$5 or less, or free if you enrol with Healthier SG. Buy a private package only if you want extra tests and know what each one is for, or your employer pays. Whatever you choose, act on the results with your doctor; a screening only helps if you follow up.
Questions people ask
Is Screen for Life still running?
The same nationally recommended screenings are now offered as Healthier SG Screening, with the S$5-or-less fee at CHAS GPs and S$0 at enrolled clinics.
Can I use MediSave for a health screening package?
No. MediSave covers only specific screenings, such as mammograms for women aged 50 and above, and seniors aged 60 and above can use Flexi-MediSave for approved screenings.
Are public hospital packages cheaper?
Not necessarily. Their screening packages are not subsidised; basic ones started around S$248 in January 2026.
Does Integrated Shield cover routine screening?
Generally not. Some insurers offer discounted screening rates or wellness rewards; check your policy.
Sources: HealthHub, Healthier SG Screening fees and booking; HealthHub, screening ages, frequency and fee FAQs; Ministry of Health, MediSave for outpatient care and screening; MoneySmart, health screening package prices, January 2026. The Big Buy explains; it does not advise.
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