Think about the free health check
It is accessible to all social insurance members affiliated to the general scheme, free of charge and you can benefit from it every five years. You must first submit your request for a free assessment accompanied by proof of your social security affiliation and a duly completed file concerning your state of health and your history.
Once your request has been sent to your CPAM (primary health insurance fund), you will be received by a team of specialists who will personalize your assessment according to your age, your lifestyle and your specific needs. Following a series of examinations and adapted clinical tests, your assessment will either be given to you or sent to a doctor of your choice.
Weight, height, blood pressure, eye and hearing test, blood and urine tests, and even more in-depth exams to detect diabetes, cancer cells or to identify different problems with organs like the liver or stomach, this assessment really makes it possible to take stock of the health essential to stay in good health.
Key reviews
Your doctor will guide you and advise you on the procedures and examinations to follow. Most of them are chargeable but reimbursed by Social Security and mutual insurance if necessary.
Mammography
If breast cancer is caught early, it heals 9 out of 10 times. It is therefore recommended for women over 50 and free every two years. Otherwise on medical prescription.
Pap smear
To detect cancer cells in the cervix.
For all women up to 70 years old, every year. Supported by social security by prescription.
Eyesight control
Glaucoma or AMD (age-related macular degeneration), it is important to preserve your sight through specialized examinations. From 45 years old, every two years and from 65 years old, every year. Supported by social security.
Hearing control
To identify hearing loss and find personalized help. The hearing assessment or audiogram is carried out from the age of 50 at the general practitioner or ENT. It is reimbursed by social security.
But don’t settle for this list. First of all, consult your doctor and take stock of your health.