International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness

Vision impairment and eye care in Indonesia

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Indonesia Ministry of Health targets 3,000 cataract surgeries per million residents

Data from Indonesia’s 2025–2026 Free Health Check (CKG) program initially revealed that approximately 2.95 million participants suffered from eye disorders. Dr. Budu, Chairman of the Indonesian Ophthalmologists Associati

Global rise in childhood myopia and vision risks

20 clusters · 81 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Survey reveals awareness gaps in childhood myopia prevention

The global rise in pediatric myopia continues to drive new public health initiatives and clinical interventions. In Spain, fourteen scientific and patient organizations under the ‘Mirando al Futuro’ initiative have prese

Global eye health awareness initiatives

2 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: World Sight Day: Global call for eye health awareness

World Sight Day has prompted global health organizations and officials to raise awareness regarding vision impairment and the necessity of accessible eye care. Experts highlight that approximately 2.2 billion people worl

International and Indonesian commemorative observances

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: International observances mark October 8, 2026

Late September and early October 2026 feature various international and Indonesian commemorative observances. In late September, global events include World Rivers Day, World Tourism Day, and World Rabies Day. In Indone

Nigeria eye health and vision care initiatives

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: World Sight Day 2026 highlights global vision impairment and access gaps

Nigerian states and health officials are addressing widespread vision impairment through localized service campaigns and calls for national investment. In Delta and Abia states, initiatives have been launched to improve