Title I Technical Assistance Manual

Voluntary "Wellness" and Health Screening Programs

An employer may conduct voluntary medical examinations and inquiries as part of an employee health program (such as medical screening for high blood pressure, weight control, and cancer detection), providing that:

• participation in the program is voluntary;

• information obtained is maintained according to the confidentiality requirements of the ADA (See 6.5); and

• this information is not used to discriminate against an employee.