Heart Matters: Why Regular Cardio Screenings Could Save Your Life
Tue, 3 Jun 2025
Your heart is at the centre of your well-being, working
every second to keep you going. Yet, cardiovascular disease remains one of
the leading causes of death globally—and in many cases, it
goes undetected until a serious event occurs.
At Nammed, we believe in prevention first. That’s why
we offer annual wellness screenings at participating employer groups,
helping our members detect risk factors early and take control of their heart
health before complications arise.
What Do Nammed Wellness Check-Ups Include?
Our on-site wellness days provide members with access
to comprehensive screenings, including:
- Blood
pressure
- Cholesterol
levels
- Glucose
(blood sugar)
- HbA1c (for
long-term glucose control)
- Men’s
health screening
- Women’s
health screening
These quick, non-invasive tests can help detect signs of
hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, all of which are major contributors
to heart disease and stroke. Men’s and women’s health screenings detect early
signs of cancer, allowing you to take action before it is too late.
Why It Matters
- Most
risk factors show no symptoms. High blood
pressure and cholesterol don’t typically cause noticeable issues—until
it’s too late.
- Your
risk profile changes with age. Even if you’ve
always been healthy, lifestyle changes, stress, or family history can
increase your risk over time.
- Early
detection allows early action. The sooner risks
are identified, the easier they are to manage—with lifestyle changes or
targeted treatment.
Nammed Supports You Beyond Screening
Our wellness team doesn’t stop at testing. If your
screening results show elevated risk, our registered nurse guide you on how to
improve your condition or refer you to a general practitioner and propose one
of Nammed’s unique programs designed to assist you in improving your health:
- Recommend
personalised support, such as:
- FIRE180:
A structured lifestyle intervention program to reverse insulin resistance
and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
- Beneficiary
Risk Management: Ongoing clinical support for members
with chronic or high-risk conditions to manage their health effectively.
Keep Your Heart in Check
Whether you're 25 or 65, your Nammed cover is designed to
support you through every life stage. Make the most of your benefits by
participating in your workplace’s wellness day or by scheduling an annual
screening with your GP.
Haven’t seen your employer’s wellness date yet? Reach out
to your HR or contact Nammed to find out when our team is visiting your
workplace.
Your heart works hard for you—return the
favor with a simple check-up.
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