Dr Annuar (left): The health screening programme is taking place in seven locations in Nangka.
THE public is urged to undergo health screening to check for non-communicable diseases (NCD).
Sarawak Deputy Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee said people with NCD usually did not show any symptom, so it was advisable to do a health check.
He said health screenings were important, especially for people with a family history of NCD.
“Diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease are non-communicable diseases but it becomes of concern when there is family history with NCD.
“They must undergo health screening if possible before they are 40 years old.
Do not wait for the symptoms (to appear), as usually this kind of disease has no symptoms,” he said after launching the Free Health Screening Tour at Bahagia Jaya Teku Library.
Dr Annuar thanked the Health Ministry for choosing seven locations in the Nangka constituency for the programme.
“They offer comprehensive services including physical examination such as the body mass index, vital signs and blood tests.
“However, blood screening is only for B40 families, so take this opportunity to get a free health screening.
“Those wanting to do a check-up have to fast for 10 hours before coming for the health screening,” he added.
