the sus is brazil's unified health system, which incorporates all the various sectors of healthcare in the country, and an sus card is required to access them.

the cards are free, and can be obtain at a number of different locations throughout the city.

the facilities in rio are renowned for be well-equipped, with highly trained staff, with some hospitals even offering international wards, where the staff speak english, however, these are usually offered in the private facilities.

one of the best private hospitals in the city is the hospital copa d'or, in the copacabana neighborhood.

with modern equipment, and a wide range of services, this hospital has become particularly popular amongst the expat community of rio de janeiro.