Brazil - Apply for Hepatitis C Prevention and Control Program Card (Cartao do Programa de Prevencao e Controle da Hepatite C)

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Hepatitis C Prevention and Control Program Card (Cartão do Programa de Prevenção e Controle da Hepatite C), the applicant has to approach the Ministério da Saúde (Ministry of Health) link
2. Visit a designated healthcare facility that provides vaccinations and services related to hepatitis C prevention and control.
3. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
4. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
5. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
7. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
8. There is no fee for this program card.
9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
10. Then the application will be processed further.
11. If you haven't been vaccinated against hepatitis C, a healthcare professional will assess your eligibility and provide information about the hepatitis C vaccine. If needed, they will administer the vaccine according to the recommended schedule.
12. The healthcare provider will document your vaccination in a vaccination card or certificate. It's important to keep this record as it may be required for future reference.
13. Depending on the vaccination schedule, you might need to return for additional doses of the hepatitis C vaccine. Follow the healthcare provider's guidance for completing the vaccination series.
14. Health facilities often provide educational resources about hepatitis C transmission, prevention, and other related information.
15. This entire process can be completed within a week or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Vaccination card
• Health insurance card
• Parental Consent (for Minors)
• Medical records
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministério da Saúde (Ministry of Health)
Esplanada dos Ministérios, Bloco G
Brasília - DF, CEP: 70.058-900
Brazil
Contact link

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for the Hepatitis C Prevention and Control Program Card in Brazil if you meet the following criteria:

• The applicant should be a Brazilian citizen or permanent resident.
• The applicant should have a valid Brazilian identification document.
• The applicant should be at high risk of contracting hepatitis B, such as if you:
• Have had unprotected sex with an infected person
• Have shared needles or syringes with an infected person
• Have been born to an infected mother
• Are a healthcare worker
• Are a person who injects drugs
• The applicant should be unable to afford the vaccination on his/her own.

Fees

• There is no fee for this program card.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within a week or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Related Videos

Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Parents name
• Parents occupation
• ZIP code
• Contact number
• Email ID
• Other details

Need for the Document

• The Hepatitis C Prevention and Control Program Card (Programa de Prevenção e Controle da Hepatite C) is a government-issued card that provides individuals with access to the hepatitis C vaccine at a reduced cost or even free of charge.
• The program is available to Brazilian citizens and permanent residents who are at high risk of contracting hepatitis C.

Information which might help

• Hepatitis C is a serious liver infection that can cause a range of health problems, including liver cancer.
• It is spread through contact with blood or other bodily fluids of an infected person. The hepatitis C vaccine is the most effective way to prevent the disease.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

Here are some of the specific resources and support that are available through the Hepatitis C Prevention and Control Program Card:

• Access to the hepatitis C vaccination at a reduced cost or even free of charge
• Counseling and support groups
• Education and training on hepatitis C
• Financial assistance for treatment