Russia's Free Health Screenings Target Premature Aging Risks by 2026

The Russian government has launched a new initiative offering free medical tests to detect risks of premature aging. These screenings, known as dispensarization, will be available at designated healthy longevity centres across the country. The programme aims to assess a wide range of health markers in eligible residents.

Starting in 2026, the dispensarization programme will cover individuals born between 1987 and 2008. The tests will include clinical blood work, urinalysis, and biochemical screenings for substances like ferritin, C-reactive protein, and insulin. Beyond basic checks, the programme evaluates bone health, psychological well-being, metabolism, obesity risk, and cognitive function.

Residents of Krasnodar Territory can already access similar preventive health checks every three years if aged 18 to 39, or annually for those over 40. Those not eligible for the specific age-based programme can still receive an expanded preventive examination under Russia's mandatory health insurance (OMI) system.

All examinations will take place at healthy longevity centres, though no certified facilities of this kind have been documented in available sources so far.

The initiative expands access to early health risk detection for many Russians. Free screenings will be conducted at specialised centres, though their current availability remains unclear. The programme's rollout in 2026 will mark the next phase of this preventive healthcare effort.