Preventive Health Guide
It is important to be proactive with your health. Preventive care can help you manage your health and find any potential health concerns early.
Johns Hopkins EHP has identified some small steps you can take. Many tests, screenings and visits are important for children and adults. Review the health care services below for the ones you and your family may need.
Note: The information on this page is a general guideline. In addition to your age and sex, your lifestyle, family history and risk factors will determine which services are right for you and how often you need them. Please discuss your personal care plan with your primary care provider.
For more support and personal results, fill out your Health Risk Assessment. Your results will provide deeper insights into your health care needs and will enable EHP to reach out with education, resources and support.
Osteoporosis Screening
What is this screening? A bone density test uses X-rays to measure the amount of calcium and other bone minerals in a portion of your bones.
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Chlamydia Screening
What is this screening? A urine test to check for the infection or a swab of the cervix.
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Postpartum Visit
What is this visit? A checkup to make sure you are healing well after having a baby. Who needs this visit? Individuals who give birth.
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Prenatal Visit
What is this visit? A checkup during the first trimester of your pregnancy. Who needs this visit? Individuals who are pregnant.
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Prediabetes Screening
What is this screening? A blood sample is taken to measure your blood sugar levels. Who needs this screening?
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Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c test
What is this test? A1C is a blood test taken by a finger prick that measures your blood sugar levels over the last few months.
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Diabetes: Kidney disease screening
What is this test? A urine test to check for small levels of a blood protein. Who needs this test? Most people with diabetes should have this test every year.
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Diabetes: Eye exam
What is this visit? A dilated eye exam that checks the health of your eyes and vision. Who needs this visit?
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Blood Pressure Screening
What is this screening? A measurement of how hard your heart is working to pump your blood, taken using a blood pressure cuff. Who needs this visit?
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Colorectal Cancer Screening
What is this screening? There are a few types of screenings. A fecal occult blood test checks your stool for hidden blood.
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Eye Exam (Adult)
What is this visit? An eye exam checks your vision and the health of each of your eyes.
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Eye Exam (Child)
What is this visit? An eye exam checks your vision and the health of each of your eyes.
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Dental Checkup
What is this visit? A dental checkup is good for cleaning your teeth and gums and checking the health of your mouth.
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Immunizations
What is this visit? Vaccine immunizations help prevent different diseases. They are usually shots (injections), but some are taken orally.
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Blood Lead Test
What is this test? A blood sample is taken to measure the amount of lead in your child’s blood.
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Wellness Visit (Adult)
What is this visit? A checkup to learn about your overall health. Who needs this visit? All members should have a wellness visit with their primary care provider every year.
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Wellness Visit (Child)
What is this visit? A checkup to learn about your overall health. Who needs this visit? All children should have a wellness visit with their pediatrician every year.
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HPV Vaccine
What is this vaccine? A vaccine that protects you from the human papillomavirus. This virus can cause cervical cancer and other health problems. Who needs this vaccine?
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Breast Cancer Screening
What is this screening? A mammogram is an X-ray image of the breast. It can find breast cancer early, when treatment is most successful. Who needs this visit?
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Cervical Cancer Screening
What is this screening? A Pap smear (or Pap test) or HPV test collects a sample of cells by swabbing the cervix.
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