Difficulty seeing can directly affect your quality of life, performance at work and studies. With this in mind, the Unified Health System (SUS) offers essential support for those who need prescription glasses. If you want to know if you are entitled to this benefit and how to obtain it, pay attention to the information that will be presented below and check out everything about it.
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Eye health impacts many aspects of daily life. Small vision problems can become major challenges if they are not corrected in a timely manner.
From difficulties reading to more serious complications, using the right glasses makes all the difference.
Fortunately, some public initiatives help those who need corrective lenses, ensuring access to what is essential for well-being and a productive life.
Through the SUS Eyeglasses Assistance, You Can:
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Improve your quality of life: With corrected vision, daily activities become easier and more enjoyable.
- Have a higher academic and professional performance: Difficulty seeing can affect studies and work, and the proper use of glasses improves performance.
- Access to visual health at no cost: The benefit allows more people to take care of their vision without having to spend money on consultations and lenses.
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Prevent eye complications: Wearing suitable glasses prevents the worsening of eye problems.
Requirements to Access This Benefit Through the SUS
Many people in Brazil can benefit from this resource, but few know about it.
However, to have access to assistance for prescription glasses through the SUS, it is necessary to meet certain requirements, such as:
- Be registered in the Single Registry of your municipality;
- Undergo an ophthalmological evaluation with a professional specialist in the field (ophthalmologist);
- Present a medical prescription indicating the need for glasses;
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In some cases, being included in government social programs.
Also Check Out How This Benefit Works and How to Get It
Now that you know about the free eyeglasses assistance provided by the SUS and the requirements, it is important to know exactly how to apply for it. To do this, we have prepared a complete guide explaining each step of the process, from the consultation to obtaining the glasses.
Don't miss this opportunity to ensure your eye health with a benefit offered entirely by the SUS. Access our guide and check out the detailed step-by-step guide to find out exactly what to do and where to look for this essential support.