Samsun Metropolitan Municipality Requires 41 Years of Marriage for Free Health Screening
The requirement of being married for 41 years, in addition to the age limit of 65, for the free check-up service implemented by Samsun Metropolitan Municipality has sparked public debate.
Samsun Metropolitan Municipality announced that in the free health screening and check-up service it launched for senior citizens in the city, it will require an age limit of 65 along with the condition of being married for at least 41 years.
Free Health Screening Launched
Samsun Metropolitan Municipality announced that it has launched a comprehensive free check-up and general health screening service for senior citizens living in the city. The general health conditions of couples applying for the project are evaluated through detailed examinations by expert teams.
Comprehensive Tests Being Applied
Within the scope of health screenings, various tests are administered to citizens, including blood tests, audiometry known as hearing tests, respiratory function tests, chest X-rays, and electrocardiography.
Controversial Application Criterion
The application criteria determined for those who want to benefit from this free health service have also brought public debate with them. According to the municipality's specifications, certain rules have been established for citizens wishing to benefit from the service.
Marriage Duration Condition Imposed
According to the municipality's practice, it is not deemed sufficient for citizens to be only 65 years of age or older to benefit from the service. In order to benefit from the free check-up opportunity, couples are also required to have been married for at least 41 years.