A healthy attitude towards health check (5)

Previously, most of its clients were a small elite group of the rich and powerful, but now they come from all walks of life.

One of the reasons, Guan notes, is because as living standards rise, people are paying more attention to health matters.

Chronic ailments and lifestyle diseases, such as cardiovascular problems, cancers and diabetes, are also more common now.

The checks pay off, and Guan says his center has already helped diagnose several cases of early-stage cancers.

"Government campaigns to create awareness have also helped,” he says.

More than 30 percent of his clients buy the service at their own expense for themselves or for parents, Guan adds.