Preventive healthcare and regular check-ups emphasized in Denizli
Making a statement during Public Health Week, Denizli Provincial Health Director Spec. Dr. Berna Öztürk called on citizens to have regular health check-ups without waiting to get sick and to acquire healthy lifestyle habits.
In a statement on the occasion of Public Health Week, Denizli Provincial Health Director Spec. Dr. Berna Öztürk stated that preventive healthcare services play a vital role in public health and invited individuals to undergo regular check-ups to protect their health.
The Importance of Preventive Healthcare
In the statement made to protect and improve public health, it was emphasized that primary healthcare services are the first point of contact for the individual with the health system.
It was stated that regular check-ups, a balanced diet, physical activity, staying away from tobacco products, and adhering to vaccination programs are of vital importance.
Health Investments in Denizli
It was reported that a wide range of health services is offered to citizens across Denizli with 137 Family Health Centers and 383 Family Medicine Units.
It was reported that with 10 new units added in 2026, the population per physician was reduced to 2,730.
Cancer Screening and Healthy Life Centers
Drawing attention to the importance of early diagnosis in the fight against cancer, it was stated that KETEM centers and the Mobile Cancer Screening Truck reach the most remote corners.
Free services such as nutrition, psychosocial support, and smoking cessation are provided in centers such as Merkezefendi, Pamukkale, Sümer, Acıpayam, and Tavas.