{"id":119704,"date":"2026-01-27T15:46:51","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T14:46:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/?p=119704"},"modified":"2026-03-06T09:47:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T08:47:54","slug":"what-hr-needs-to-know-medical-screenings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/en\/news\/what-hr-needs-to-know-medical-screenings\/","title":{"rendered":"What HR professionals need to know about medical screenings in the workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"row-unique-0\"><div class=\"row double-top-padding one-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\"  ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><div class=\"fontsize-935186 font-weight-200\" ><span>As an HR professional, you get questions about absenteeism, well-being and prevention on a daily basis. Medical screenings in the workplace are a powerful tool to address these challenges, but they are often misused or misunderstood. In this practical guide, we explain exactly what medical screenings are, when they are useful and how to organise them in a smart, safe way<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><script id=\"script-row-unique-0\" data-row=\"script-row-unique-0\" type=\"text\/javascript\" class=\"vc_controls\">UNCODE.initRow(document.getElementById(\"row-unique-0\"));<\/script><\/div><\/div><\/div><div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"row-unique-1\"><div class=\"row limit-width row-parent\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_parent col-lg-12 half-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\"  ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h2\" ><span>What is workplace medical screening?<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><p class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span>A <a href=\"https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/en\/screening\/\"><u>medical screening<\/u><\/a> in the workplace is a preventive examination where employees are professionally tested or checked for health risks related to their work or lifestyle. The aim is not to \"vet\" people, but to spot signs early so you can prevent problems.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><p class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span>This is different from a consultation with a GP. A screening is about prevention, follow-up and improving long-term health.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h2\" ><span>Why should HR professionals consider medical screenings?<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><p class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span>Many HR teams see medical screenings as an additional cost. But when you look at it as an investment, it often pays off handsomely:<\/p><\/span><span><ul><\/span><span><li>Reduced absenteeism: By detecting risks early, you can intervene before someone drops out long-term.<\/li><\/span><span><li>Higher productivity: Healthy employees perform better, have more energy and are less prone to stress.<\/li><\/span><span><li>Better employer branding: A company that invests in health becomes more attractive to talent and retains employees longer.<\/li><\/span><span><li>Better understanding of risks per job: In certain jobs, physical or mental risks are higher. A screening helps you identify and reduce these.<\/li><\/span><span><\/ul><\/span><span><p><\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h2\" ><span>What types of medical screenings are there?<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><p class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span>There are <a href=\"https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/en\/care-packages\/\"><u>various medical screenings<\/u><\/a> possible, depending on the purpose and target group within your company. At Medical Centre, we work with three clear packages, so you always make the right choice.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><p class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span><strong>Cardio Check<\/strong><br \/><\/span><span>For young adults who want to monitor their cardiovascular health preventively. This screening is ideal if you want a baseline check with a focus on heart and lungs, including tests such as ECG, exercise test, lung function and blood tests.<\/p><\/span><span><p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/span><span><p><strong>Health Check<\/strong><br \/><\/span><span>For adults who want a broader view of their overall health. This package includes everything from the Cardio Check, with additional investigations such as abdominal ultrasound and stool tests, and is especially suitable from 35 years of age.<\/p><\/span><span><p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/span><span><p><strong>Vital Check<\/strong><br \/><\/span><span>For employees over 40 who want a comprehensive preventive health screening in consultation with their doctor. This package is the most comprehensive screening and is tailored to medical history and risk profile, with additional specialist consultations if needed.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"uncode-single-media  text-left\"><div class=\"single-wrapper\" style=\"max-width: 100%;\"><div class=\"tmb tmb-light  tmb-media-first tmb-media-last tmb-content-overlay tmb-no-bg\"><div class=\"t-inside\"><div class=\"t-entry-visual\"><div class=\"t-entry-visual-tc\"><div class=\"uncode-single-media-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-118771\" src=\"https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cardiovascular-Risk-Factors.jpg\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cardiovascular-Risk-Factors.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cardiovascular-Risk-Factors-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cardiovascular-Risk-Factors-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cardiovascular-Risk-Factors-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cardiovascular-Risk-Factors-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cardiovascular-Risk-Factors-uai-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><script id=\"script-row-unique-1\" data-row=\"script-row-unique-1\" type=\"text\/javascript\" class=\"vc_controls\">UNCODE.initRow(document.getElementById(\"row-unique-1\"));<\/script><\/div><\/div><\/div><div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"row-unique-2\"><div class=\"row single-top-padding triple-bottom-padding single-h-padding limit-width row-parent\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-top pos-center align_left column_parent col-lg-12 half-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\"  ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h2\" ><span>When does medical screening make sense for your business?<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><p class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span>Not every organisation benefits equally from screening. In general, it makes sense if:<\/p><\/span><span><ul><\/span><span><li><strong>You have a lot of absenteeism or see a rising trend:<\/strong> If your absenteeism recurs frequently or lasts longer, a screening can help address the cause.<\/li><\/span><span><li><strong>You see a lot of physical complaints in certain functions<\/strong>: In jobs involving physical strain, it is important to recognise risks early.<\/li><\/span><span><li><strong>Your employees regularly report experiencing stress<\/strong>: A preventive approach helps prevent burnout and reduce workload.<\/li><\/span><span><li><strong>You want to invest in a healthy corporate culture<\/strong>: Screenings are a clear message: health is important.<\/li><\/span><span><\/ul><\/span><span><p><\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h2\" ><span>How do you organise screening without it feeling like control?<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><p class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span>Many employees feel that screening means \"control\". You can avoid that by:<\/p><\/span><span><p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/span><span><p>Clear communication<br \/><\/span><span>Explain that it is about prevention and support, not assessment.<\/p><\/span><span><p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/span><span><p>Voluntariness where possible<br \/><\/span><span>When employees can choose for themselves, acceptance increases greatly.<\/p><\/span><span><p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/span><span><p>Linking action to results<br \/><\/span><span>A screening is only useful if something is done with it, such as coaching, ergonomic adjustments or a wellness programme.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h2\" ><span>Practical checklist for HR: this is how to organise screening<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><div class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span><\/p><\/span><span><ol><\/span><span><li>Define the purpose of screening<\/li><\/span><span><li>Choose the type of screening that suits your organisation<\/li><\/span><span><li>Plan the screening practically: location, time and schedule<\/li><\/span><span><li>Communicate clearly to employees<\/li><\/span><span><li>Ensure privacy and secure data storage<\/li><\/span><span><li>Link action to results<\/li><\/span><span><li>Evaluate after completion and plan follow-up<\/li><\/span><span><\/ol><\/span><span><p><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"empty-space empty-single\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><h2 class=\"h2\" ><span>Invest in preventive health for your employees<\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text\" ><p class=\"font-weight-200\" ><span>For HR professionals, medical screenings are a valuable tool to reduce absenteeism, improve health and detect risks early. It is not about control, but about prevention, well-being and a healthy company culture.<\/p><\/span><span><p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/span><span><p>Want to know which screening best suits your organisation? Get in touch with Medical Centre. We will help you with a customised screening, without fuss, and with respect for privacy and trust.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><script id=\"script-row-unique-2\" data-row=\"script-row-unique-2\" type=\"text\/javascript\" class=\"vc_controls\">UNCODE.initRow(document.getElementById(\"row-unique-2\"));<\/script><\/div><\/div><\/div><div data-parent=\"true\" class=\"vc_row row-container\" id=\"row-unique-3\"><div class=\"row no-top-padding no-bottom-padding no-h-padding full-width row-parent\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center column_parent col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\"  ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell\" ><div class=\"column-background background-element\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"background-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"background-inner\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AdobeStock_238730671.jpg);background-repeat: no-repeat;background-position: center center;background-size: cover;\" data-o_src=\"https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AdobeStock_238730671.jpg\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"block-bg-overlay style-color-227611-bg\" style=\"opacity: 0.9;\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"uncont single-block-padding col-custom-width\" style=\" max-width:55%;\" ><div class=\"empty-space empty-triple\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"vc_row row-internal row-container\"><div class=\"row row-child\"><div class=\"wpb_row row-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_column pos-middle pos-center align_center column_child col-lg-12 single-internal-gutter\"><div class=\"uncol style-light\" ><div class=\"uncoltable\"><div class=\"uncell no-block-padding\" ><div class=\"uncont\" ><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap titel_thermalVF\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text alpha-anim animate_when_almost_visible\" data-delay=\"200\"><p class=\"font-116211 fontsize-450760 fontheight-954288 font-weight-100 text-color-xsdn-color\" ><span>Health is the greatest asset. Preventive screening is the first step to maintaining it.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_custom_heading_wrap titel_thermalVF\"><div class=\"heading-text el-text alpha-anim animate_when_almost_visible\" data-delay=\"200\"><p class=\"font-146656 fontsize-865542 font-weight-200 text-color-xsdn-color\" ><span>At the Medical Centre, care, trust and expertise go hand in hand. We offer quality medical screenings in a casual atmosphere.<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"btn-container animate_when_almost_visible alpha-anim\" data-delay=\"200\"><a role=\"button\"  href=\"https:\/\/medischcentrum.com\/en\/contact\/\" class=\"custom-link btn btn-custom-typo font-146656 font-weight-400 text-uppercase no-letterspace border-width-0 button_licht_blauw btn-color-873549 btn-square btn-no-scale btn-icon-left\" title=\"Contact\" id=\"button_hide_wachtpagina\">Making an appointment<\/a><\/span><div class=\"empty-space empty-triple\" ><span class=\"empty-space-inner\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><script id=\"script-row-unique-3\" data-row=\"script-row-unique-3\" type=\"text\/javascript\" class=\"vc_controls\">UNCODE.initRow(document.getElementById(\"row-unique-3\"));<\/script><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"As an HR professional, you get questions about absenteeism, well-being and prevention on a daily basis. 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