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. 2006 Jul 1;6(15):1–81.

Table 40 – International Policies on Routine Eye Examinations.

Country Policy
United Kingdom You are entitled to a free NHS sight test if you:

  • are under 16, or under 19 and in full time education

  • are aged 60 and over

  • are registered blind or partially sighted

  • have diabetes or glaucoma,

  • are aged 40 or over with a first degree relative with glaucoma, or have been diagnosed at risk of glaucoma

  • have been prescribed a complex lens

  • are receiving certain income support edits