Category: Eye Health These pictures show Dr. Vasco da Gama with his patients at the Central Hospital Quelimane. These fotos show child friendly pictures at the walls of the eye department at the Central Hospital Quelimane. Dr. Vasco da Gama (Head of the eye department) is responsible for them. They create a nice atmosphere for the children and raise awareness among the parents about common eye health issues and how to face them. On this picture he looks at the eye of his patient Ministro António (cataract). Dr Vasco da Gama is a pioneer in the drive to improve child eye health in Mozambique. Eye Health General The first paediatric ophthalmologist in Mozambique is fighting for better child eye health Nigest Unche attends Sikela Primary School in Arba Minch, Ethiopia. She received glasses through 1, 2, 3 I can see! a school child eye health programme of Light for the World. ©Genaye Eshetu Eye Health Six ways to improve child eye health in sub-Saharan Africa Working towards food security (SDG 2). Vison loss and blindness among agricultural workers and rural farmers causes a ripple effect that touches not only families, but entire communities. Fewer hands working the fields results in lower household income, less food reaching the market and more people going hungry. Events Eye Health 2030 IN SIGHT: The impact of eye health on sustainable development Jean François Bouda, a doctor in law, who teaches at the University of Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso, is examined by Professor Zabsonre. The exam reveals that he has 40 percent and 60 percent of vision in each of his eyes. “If I am not careful, I may gradually lose the use of my eyes” he says. “I will follow my treatment scrupulously, respect the appointments and follow the prescriptions as recommended. My health, my independence and my job are at stake.” Eye Health Latest The “silent thief of sight”: glaucoma treatment and management In Mozambique, National Women’s Day provided an excellent opportunity to promote eye health services through a public eye screening event for women and girls. © Mango Sound/Light for the World Eye Health 10 ways to make sure women and girls get the eye care they need This story was published in the donor publication Lichtblicke intern 1 2019 in Austria. Disability Rights Eye Health Inclusive Education Stories World Literacy Day: Learning to read with your fingers Eye Health Mandate 2030 IN SIGHT: What’s next for global eye health? Flavia and Alem exploring the Vision Corridor at Entebbe Hospital, Uganda. General Eye Health Three women honoured as Eye Health Heroes Eye Health Eye Health Eye Health Saving Eyesight worldwide