"Getting Screened" is one of the top four things you can do to sustain good health and longevity (Eating healthy, Exercise and positive thinking are the other three).

In the last few years, screening technology (looking for potential health problems before they occur) has advanced dramatically. Many diseases can be prevented or cured if they are found early enough. Getting a timely screening can add years as well as quality to your life.

So why do most people wait until obvious symptoms of a problem emerge or an emergency situation arises before they see a doctor ? One of the reasons among many behavioral and others may be the cost factor. The cost of individually-tailored wellness assessment of your current and future health can indeed be high. While most insurance plans allow basic tests such as blood pressure, cholesterol level etc., they do not cover advanced procedures such as High Definition CT Lung and Full Body Scan, Colon Cancer Screening etc.

Fortunately, there is a better solution. The same screening programs with equal quality are available at affordable costs in India. Not only can you get advanced screening and wellness assessment done at an affordable price but can also enjoy a relaxing holiday at a culturally vibrant and historically rich place.

See for instance this press release (http://www.prlog.org/10090406-medical-tourists-choosing-india-for-holiday-tours-and-general-health-checkup.html) from Fore Runners Healthcare (http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com)