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Preventing Blindness The Significance of India's Prevention of Blindness Week

Prevention of Blindness Week is an annual event observed in India from April 1st to April 7th. This event aims to raise awareness about the causes and prevention of blindness and to encourage people to take steps to protect their eyesight.<br><br>

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Preventing Blindness The Significance of India's Prevention of Blindness Week

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  1. SOCIAL Preventing Blindness The Significance of India's Prevention of Blindness Week  BY MOHIT-KUMAR-SHARMA  MAR 31, 2023 15:32 

  2. Prevention of Blindness Week is an annual event observed in India from April 1st to April 7th. This event aims to raise awareness about the causes and prevention of blindness and to encourage people to take steps to protect their eyesight. The event was first observed in 1960 by the National Society for the Prevention of Blindness (NSPB), now known as the All India Ophthalmological Society. It is observed every year during the first week of April, coinciding with the World Health Organization's World Health Day, which is observed on April 7th. The theme for Prevention of Blindness Week changes every year, with the aim of creating awareness about various eye diseases and conditions, their causes, and prevention methods. The week-long event is marked by various activities, including eye camps, free eye check-ups, awareness seminars, and educational programs. The event is especially significant in India, where the burden of blindness is high. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India has the highest number of blind people in the world, with an estimated 12 million people suffering from blindness, and an additional 45 million people suffering from various eye diseases and conditions. The leading causes of blindness in India are cataract, refractive errors, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. These conditions are largely preventable and treatable if detected early. Prevention of Blindness Week aims to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and treatment of eye diseases and to encourage people to take steps to protect their eyesight. During the week-long event, eye camps are organized in various parts of the country, especially in rural areas, where access to eye care services is limited. These camps provide free eye check-ups, treatment, and surgeries for those in need. Awareness seminars and educational programs are organized in schools, colleges, and community centers to educate people about the importance of eye health and the preventive measures they can take to protect their eyesight. In conclusion, Prevention of Blindness Week is an important event that aims to raise awareness about the causes and prevention of blindness and to encourage people to take steps to protect their eyesight. The event plays a crucial role in India, where the

  3. burden of blindness is high, by providing free eye care services, education, and awareness about various eye diseases and conditions. By taking proactive steps to protect their eyesight, people can lead healthy and productive lives, contributing to the growth and development of their communities and the nation as a whole. ALSO READ Karnataka Assembly Elections 2023 A Closely Contested Battle Between BJP and Congress - This Year Educate Yourself and Develop Your Skill with EasyShiksha Online Courses with Certificate - Authorised certificate recognized everywhere TAGS:PREVENTION OF BLINDNESS WEEKINDIAEYE HEALTHBLINDNESS PREVENTIONEYE DISEASESCATARACTGLAUCOMADIABETIC RETINOPATHYAWARENESSEDUCATIONEYE CAMPSFREE EYE CHECK-UPSTREATMENTSURGERIESRURAL AREAS.

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