A heart health check, or heart screening, or cardiovascular screening can help detect and prevent the risks for common cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease, heart attack, or stroke. In this article, we will discuss what a heart health check is, why it is important, who and by which age should have their heart health screened, and what a heart screening typically entails. Read on for tips to manage your risk and prevent cardiovascular incidents, especially among higher-risk individuals with high blood pressure, high cholesterols, diabetes, sleep apnea or mental health problems.