Brazil - Apply for National Program card for the Prevention and Control of Lung Cancer (Cartao do Programa Nacional de Prevencao e Controlo do Cancro do Pulmao)

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for National Program card for the Prevention and Control of Lung Cancer (Cartão do Programa Nacional de Prevenção e Controlo do Cancro do Pulmão), the applicant has to approach the Ministério da Saúde (Ministry of Health) link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. There is no fee for this program card.
8. 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.
9. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
10. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
11. If your application is approved, you may be issued the "National Program Card for the Prevention and Control of Lung Cancer.
12. This card could potentially grant you access to specific lung cancer prevention, screening, and control services.
13. Follow any instructions provided by healthcare professionals regarding appointments, screenings, treatments, or other aspects of the program.
14. This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks 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)
• Passport size photographs
• 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

The National Program card for the Prevention and Control of Lung Cancer (PNCP-LC) in Brazil is eligible for adults who are:

• Aged 55 years or older
• Have a history of smoking for at least 20 pack-years
• Have a family history of lung cancer
• Are African-American or of Caribbean descent
• Have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher
• Have a history of chronic diseases such as diabetes or hypertension

Fees

• There is no fee for this program card.

Validity

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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 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Related Videos

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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 National Program Card for the Prevention and Control of Lung Cancer (PNCP-LC) in Brazil is a government-funded program that provides free low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) scans to adults who are at high risk for lung cancer.

Information which might help

Here are some of the benefits of the PNCP-LC card:

• Free LDCT scans
• Free follow-up care if necessary
• Reduced wait times for treatment
• Increased access to care
• Improved quality of care

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

• The PNCP-LC card is a great way to get screened for lung cancer and, if necessary, receive treatment. If you are eligible for the program, I encourage you to apply. Early detection and treatment of lung cancer can save lives.