Core Viewpoint - The free health check program for individuals aged 65 and above has commenced in 2026, funded by the national treasury, and has been implemented since 2009 [1] Group 1: Health Check Details - The physical examination includes standard checks such as temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height, weight, waist circumference, skin, superficial lymph nodes, lungs, heart, and abdomen, along with basic assessments of oral health, vision, hearing, and mobility [3] - Auxiliary examinations consist of routine blood tests, urine tests, liver function, kidney function, fasting blood glucose, blood lipids, electrocardiograms, and abdominal ultrasound (liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen). Starting in 2025, chest X-ray and glycated hemoglobin tests will be added [5] Group 2: Recommendations for Elderly Health Checks - It is advised that elderly individuals focus on cardiovascular checks, including carotid ultrasound and cardiac ultrasound, with additional tests like 24-hour Holter monitoring and coronary CT as needed [10] - Cancer screenings should include chest CT, abdominal ultrasound, and gastrointestinal endoscopy, with serum tumor marker tests as references. Women should pay attention to thyroid, breast, ovarian, and cervical cancer screenings, while men should focus on thyroid and prostate screenings [12] - Bone density tests are recommended for men over 50 and women over 45 [12] Group 3: Additional Health Considerations - Other tests may include Helicobacter pylori detection and fundus examination. A comprehensive geriatric assessment should also be conducted, evaluating physical condition, functional status, mental health, and social environment [15] - Certain medications may affect blood test results, such as antibiotics and proton pump inhibitors, and it is recommended to pause these medications before the health check if not necessary [17]

Core Viewpoint - The press conference highlighted the achievements in health and wellness during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, focusing on the development of services for the elderly population [1] Group 1: Service System Development - By the end of 2024, there will be 1 National Geriatric Medicine Center and 6 National Clinical Research Centers for Geriatric Diseases established, with 6,151 secondary and above general hospitals having geriatric medicine departments, accounting for 84.6% of all general hospitals [1] Group 2: Service Optimization - The construction of elderly-friendly medical institutions has been promoted, with 94.4% of secondary and above public hospitals setting up "green channels" for elderly patients and establishing medical social work to assist them in seeking medical care [1] - The shift from a single disease model to a multi-disease co-management model in elderly medical services has been emphasized, alongside the development of elderly care, home care, and "Internet + nursing services" [1] Group 3: Health Management - Approximately 140 million health management services are provided annually for elderly individuals aged 65 and above [1] - By 2025, free health check-ups for the elderly will include chest digital X-ray positioning and glycosylated hemoglobin testing, as well as initial cognitive function screening, promoting tiered and classified health services based on age and health status [1]