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Everyone aged over 60 can get a free sight test. You could also get help with the cost of a dental check-up or treatment, your glasses, or even fares to and from hospital for treatment.

You may still be eligible for some help even if you don't claim Pension Credit, but you will have to apply for it. Your dentist, optician or hospital should have the form you need.

 
 
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More information on health benefits

There are two leaflets available form your local benefits office:

HC11 - Help with health costs?

HC12 - NHS charges and optical voucher values.

For copies of these visit your local benefits office or phone the Department of Health 0870 155 5455.

Publications and downloads

Health Benefits
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Benefits abroad: useful resources
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