When was the last time you had a health screening? If you’re like many people, it might have been a while. Life gets busy, and unless something feels wrong, it’s easy to put routine checkups on the back burner. But screenings are one way to stay informed about your health before any symptoms appear.
At the Andrew County Health Department, we provide a range of screenings to help community members stay aware of potential health risks. While we don’t diagnose or treat conditions, we do offer testing and education that can help you follow up with your provider if needed.
What Is a Routine Screening?
A routine screening is a simple test that checks for common health conditions. These are not meant to confirm a diagnosis, but instead to detect early signs of issues like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or elevated blood sugar. Catching these signs early may help you decide when to talk to your primary care provider or seek further care.
Screenings can also include checks for vision and hearing, as well as testing for infections such as HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs). These types of screenings are confidential and handled with care by trained professionals.
What Screenings Are Available?
At our department, we offer several screenings as part of our public health services. While availability may vary, some of the screenings typically offered include:
- Blood pressure checks
- Cholesterol testing
- Blood sugar testing
- Vision and hearing screening
- HIV and STI testing
- Tuberculosis (TB) testing
These services are designed to help you stay informed about possible health changes. If any result indicates the need for further attention, we can provide a referral to a healthcare provider or specialist in your area.
Why Are Screenings Important?
Health screenings can serve as a first step in learning more about what’s going on inside your body. Sometimes, common conditions do not cause noticeable symptoms at first. Screenings may detect changes before you feel anything unusual, which is why they are often recommended on a regular basis.
Again, these screenings are not diagnostic. They don’t replace a visit to your doctor or confirm any medical condition. But they may give you helpful information to bring with you to a healthcare visit.
Who Can Use These Services?
Our screening services are available to all Andrew County residents, and many are provided at little or no cost. You do not always need to have health insurance to receive a screening. We aim to make these services as accessible as possible so that everyone has the opportunity to learn more about their health.
Whether you are looking to get a checkup for peace of mind or you were recently advised to monitor certain health factors, we’re here to support you with clear information and useful tools.


