Police Health Screenings: Because Every Officer Deserves a Long, Healthy Life

The statistics are sobering: police officers face a 22-year shorter life expectancy than civilians. We’re here to change that.

Why Police Health Screening Can’t Wait

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Heart attacks strike officers 16 years earlier than civilians (age 49 vs. 65)

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25% higher risk of stroke compared to the general public

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Early detection can prevent these statistics from becoming your reality

Caring for the Whole Officer

The job does not only strain the heart. Chronic stress, sleep disruption, and trauma take a real toll on officers’ mental health, and they rarely have a confidential, judgment-free place to address it. Our screenings include a confidential behavioral health review, so stress, anxiety, sleep, and related concerns are part of the conversation, handled with the same privacy as every other part of the exam.

Healthcare That Meets Officers Where They Are

NDS Wellness brings comprehensive physician-led screenings directly to your department. This isn’t a basic biometric screening with a finger prick and a blood pressure cuff. These are real 30-minute appointments with physicians and diagnostic testing—the kind of preventive care that can be covered by health insurance but rarely happens because officers don’t have time to schedule it.

We remove every barrier to participation

No appointments to schedule. No time off needed. No driving across town to a clinic. We bring wellness clinics right to your station, available for all shifts, so your officers can prioritize their health without disrupting their work.

What Makes Our Approach Different

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Physician-Led Care

Every screening is conducted by healthcare professionals and reviewed by physicians who provide personalized recommendations for follow-up care.

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Comprehensive Testing

From advanced cardiovascular screening to cancer detection, we test for the conditions that pose the greatest threat to law enforcement officers.

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Built for Your Schedule

We work around your shifts and your space. Our mobile clinics set up onsite and accommodate officers across all watches.

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Customized to Your Needs

Every department is different. We’ll work with you and your FOP to design a screening program that addresses your specific concerns and budget.

Our Two-Part Law Enforcement Health Program

Designed specifically for the unique health risks facing police officers, our program delivers thorough screening and prevention in two efficient parts:

Part 1
Advanced Blood Analysis

Our comprehensive blood panel goes far beyond standard lab work, screening for early signs of cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and other serious conditions.

Lipid Panel: Screening for Cardiovascular Risk
Chemistry Panel: Screens for Liver Cancer, Biliary Cancer, Diabetes, Gout, Kidney Function, Anemia and Liver Disorders
Complete Blood Count (CBC): Screens for Lymphoma, Leukemia, Anemia and Other Blood Disorders
Complete Urinalysis: Screens for Bladder and Kidney Cancers
Additional Specialized Testing

Part 2
Complete Health Assessment

This is where early detection happens. Officers receive a full diagnostic workup that catches problems before they become life-threatening.

Comprehensive Cardiovascular & Stroke Prevention

The leading cause of death for officers isn’t what happens on the street—it’s what happens in their hearts. Our cardiac screening provides a complete picture of heart health:

12-Lead EKG

Evaluates heart rhythm, detects arrhythmias, and identifies signs of previous heart attacks or current heart strain.

Stress Test with Cardiologist Interpretation

Assesses how your heart performs under physical stress, revealing problems that don’t show up at rest. Includes VO2 max calculation to measure cardiovascular fitness.

Echocardiogram (Heart Ultrasound)

Visualizes the heart’s structure and function in real-time. This ultrasound reveals:

Heart valve function
Chamber size and wall thickness
Pumping strength and efficiency
Fluid around the heart
Congenital heart defects

Carotid Artery Ultrasound

Examines the major arteries in your neck that supply blood to the brain. Detects dangerous plaque buildup that could lead to stroke—often before you have any symptoms.

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening

Checks for dangerous bulges in the body’s largest artery. AAAs often have no symptoms until they rupture, which is fatal 80% of the time. Early detection saves lives.

ABI (Ankle-Brachial Index): Peripheral Artery Screening

Compares blood pressure in your arms and legs to detect circulation problems and peripheral artery disease—a warning sign for heart attack and stroke risk.

Blood Pressure Evaluation

Comprehensive assessment with personalized management guidance for officers with elevated readings.

Complete Physical Examination

A thorough head-to-toe assessment by a physician who takes the time to actually listen:

Hands-On Physical Examination

Vital Signs: Temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure
Head, Neck, Eyes, Ears, Nose and Throat: Complete examination
Cardiovascular: Inspection, auscultation (listening), percussion, palpation
Pulmonary: Comprehensive lung examination
Gastrointestinal: Abdominal examination for organ abnormalities
Genitourinary: Hernia examination
Lymph Nodes: Evaluation of cervical, axillary, and inguinal regions
Neurological: Mental status evaluation and assessment of cranial/peripheral nerves (motor, sensory, reflexes)
Musculoskeletal: Range of motion assessment for all joints, mobility and function testing

Detailed Blood Work Review

Your physician explains what every result means in plain language—no medical jargon, just clear information about your health.

Personalized Health Education

Based on your specific results, you’ll receive tailored guidance on diet, exercise, stress management, and lifestyle changes that can make a real difference.

Mental Wellness Screening

The job takes a toll that isn’t always visible. We include confidential mental health screening because your emotional wellbeing matters as much as your physical health.

Cancer Prevention & Early Detection

It’s possible, easy, and inexpensive to detect problems when they’re just beginning to form. Our comprehensive cancer screening includes:

Full-Body Skin Cancer Screening

A trained physician examines your entire body for suspicious moles, lesions, or skin changes that could indicate melanoma or other skin cancers.

Complete Abdominal Ultrasound (9-Organ Assessment)

This painless ultrasound examination provides a thorough evaluation of your internal organs:

Liver: Screens for liver cancer, cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, cysts, and masses
Kidneys: Detects kidney cancer, stones, cysts, and structural abnormalities
Pancreas: Identifies pancreatic cancer, cysts, and inflammation
Gallbladder: Finds gallstones, polyps, and signs of disease
Spleen: Checks for enlargement and abnormalities
Bladder: Screens for tumors and structural issues
Abdominal Aorta: Monitors for aneurysms
Gender-Specific Screening: Pelvic ultrasound for women, testicular ultrasound for men

Thyroid Ultrasound

Examines the thyroid gland for nodules, cysts, or enlargement that could indicate thyroid disease or cancer.

Additional Oncology Screening

Fecal occult blood testing (colon cancer screening)
Prostate exam and PSA analysis (males)
Clinical breast examination (females)
Additional screenings based on individual risk factors or patient request

Every Officer Receives

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Detailed written reports from both Radiologist and Cardiologist

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Consultation with Nurse Practitioner for any positive findings

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Physician-directed recommendations for medical follow-up

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Follow-up care coordination for abnormal findings

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All testing completed onsite at your department

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Scheduling that works for all shifts

Early Detection Saves Lives

One firefighter from Local 734 in Baltimore discovered a 5cm kidney mass during a screening. He was told it was likely cancer that had spread to his lungs and he probably had 10 years to live. After surgery to remove the tumor and save his kidney, follow-up scans showed no change in the lung nodules. He got the “all clear” from his oncologist.

“If you love your spouses, your children and yourself, GET THE SCAN. You are the best advocate for your own health. I was lucky—this scan saved my life!”

Your officers protect the community every day. This program protects them.

FAQs

Why do police officers have a shorter life expectancy?

Officers face chronic stress, shift work, and cardiovascular strain that add up over a career. Research links these factors to a significantly shorter life expectancy and earlier cardiac events than the general public. Early detection is the most effective way to change that trajectory.

What does a police health screening include?

A comprehensive blood analysis and a full cardiovascular workup, including a 12-lead EKG, a stress test with VO2 max, and an echocardiogram, plus a complete physician assessment and a confidential behavioral health review.

Is officer health information kept confidential?

Yes. Results stay confidential between the officer and the clinician. Privacy is built into how we run every screening.

Does NDS screen for cardiac and stroke risk?

Yes. Cardiovascular and stroke prevention is the core of the program, because cardiac events, not the street, are the leading health threat to officers.

Does screening happen at the department, on every shift?

Yes. We bring a mobile wellness clinic on-site and screen across every watch, so officers do not lose time off the job.

Can you coordinate with our FOP?

Yes. We design each program with your department and your FOP.

Is it covered by insurance?

Many of our services can be covered under existing health plans. We will review coverage during your consultation.

Ready to Bring NDS Wellness to Your Department?

Let’s discuss what meets your department’s needs best. We’ll work with you to design a program that fits your budget, your schedule, and your officers’ health priorities.

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