Medical Subject Headings (MeSH): Preventive Health Services

Preventive Health Services in Healthcare refer to medical services and activities aimed at preventing illness and promoting good health. These services may include:

Routine check-ups and physical exams

Screening tests for specific diseases or conditions, such as cancer screenings and cholesterol tests

Immunizations to protect against diseases such as the flu and measles

Counseling and education on healthy lifestyle practices, such as diet and exercise

Risk assessments to identify individuals at higher risk for certain diseases

Early diagnosis and treatment of health problems, to prevent more serious or advanced disease.

The goal of preventive health services is to identify and treat health problems early, before they become more serious and difficult to treat, and to promote good health and prevent disease. By providing preventive health services, healthcare organizations can improve patient outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and improve the overall health of the population.