Start the New Year Strong with Preventive Screenings and Testing
Begin 2026 with preventive screenings, lab tests, and advanced imaging to stay proactive about your health.
The start of a new year often feels like a fresh start and a chance to refocus on what matters most. For many people, that includes making their health a priority. While eating healthier, exercising more, and managing stress are common resolutions, one essential key to health is often overlooked. Preventive laboratory testing and screenings can play a critical role in supporting your long-term health goals and helping you stay proactive about your well-being.
Some preventive screenings are widely recognized, while others may be less familiar. However, each offers valuable insight into your overall health and can help identify potential concerns before symptoms arise.
Why Preventive Screenings and Tests Matter
Even if you feel healthy, your annual visit to the doctor is only part of the picture. Preventive screenings and laboratory tests provide a more comprehensive view of your health by tracking changes over time, not just at a single appointment. These tests can:
- Aid in early detection of chronic health conditions, many of which are more manageable or even preventable when caught early.
- Track important health markers over time, rather than offering only a snapshot of your health one day.
- Help guide personalized health goals based on your individual data, lifestyle, and risk factors for long-term health.
- Utilize advanced imaging technology, such as MRI and CT scans, to provide detailed visual insight into the body.
Preventive Screenings That Can Reveal More About Your Health
Complete Routine Lab Work
Many people only seek blood work when they’re feeling unwell or need specific answers. However, routine annual lab testing can let you know how your body is functioning even when you feel your best. These tests typically include cholesterol levels, glucose, kidney and liver function, complete blood count, thyroid function, and more.
Wellness Screenings
Advanced wellness screenings, including whole-body MRI scans, may help identify potential health concerns before symptoms appear, offering an added layer of preventive care for certain individuals.
Please note that recommendations for tests and screenings vary based on age, gender, personal health history, and family history. Always speak with a medical professional to determine which preventive screenings are right for you.
Discover Advanced Testing and Screening at Your Neighborhood Hospital
At Texarkana Emergency Center & Hospital, we offer advanced outpatient testing and imaging services available 24/7 in our state-of-the-art facility. Many laboratory and imaging results are available the same day or by the next day, helping you receive answers quickly and with confidence.
From routine lab work to advanced imaging, our team is here to support your health goals and help you start the new year informed, empowered, and proactive.
Call to learn more about our outpatient testing services today.
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