List updated: Those with these diseases can retire early

Citizens with diseases included in the list announced by the Social Security Institution (SGK) can benefit from the right to early retirement when they meet the necessary conditions. So, who can benefit from this right and what are the requirements? Here are the most frequently asked questions and their answers on this subject...

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR EARLY RETIREMENT?

According to social security laws, insured citizens who have started their working life may be entitled to early retirement if they become disabled for various reasons.

This right is generally divided into two main groups, referred to as disability retirement and disability rights. For citizens who struggle to continue their working lives due to health problems, early retirement options are supported by special regulations determined by the Social Security Institution (SGK).

Diseases considered under disability retirement include specific conditions. However, not every type of illness qualifies for disability retirement. It must be determined that these illnesses cause a loss of 60 percent or more of the individual's work capacity.

The legislation also specifies conditions such as the insured person having worked for at least 10 years and having paid 1,800 days of premiums to be eligible for this right.

WHICH INDIVIDUALS WITH MEDICAL CONDITIONS CAN RETIRE EARLY?

For individuals who struggle to keep up with the pace of professional life, experience deteriorating health, or frequently take medical leave, early retirement opportunities offer significant support. According to a report in Ekonomim, social security legislation includes specific provisions to address this need, ensuring that citizens can benefit from the retirement advantages they are entitled to.

Here are the diseases eligible for disability retirement

* Cancer * Epilepsy * Parkinson's disease * Brain tumors * Behçet's disease * Organ transplant (excluding bone marrow) * AIDS * Tuberculosis * Cirrhosis

* Intellectual disability * Schizophrenia * Bipolar disorder * Multiple sclerosis (MS) * Cerebral palsy * Paralysis * Limb loss * Dementia * Vision loss.