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Saudi Ophthalmology Award to Kovin Naidoo for work in childhood blindness and cataract

Post author:Armi Menorca
Post published:May 3, 2017
Post category:Events General Science Health News Ophthalmology Optical Sciences Optometry Research and Studies
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Professor Kovin Naidoo, CEO of Brien Holden Vision Institute has been awarded the distinguished Prevention of Blindness (POB) Shield Lecture award.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 1, 2017 — The Prevention of Blindness (POB) Shield Lecture award recognizes individuals who have made a significant contribution to the prevention of blindness and vision impairment in their country or globally. The lecture is a feature of the internationally recognized event, supported by the Saudi Ophthalmology Society, which attracts over 1,500 attendees each year. As the awardee, Prof. Naidoo presented on his novel research and public health optometry work. (more…)

Free vision screenings for quality vision

Post author:Armi Menorca
Post published:March 20, 2017
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CHICAGO (March, 2017) – Prevent Blindness, the oldest volunteer eye health and safety group in the USA, and Allergan (NYSE: AGN), a global leader in eye care for nearly 70…

UK sight charity helps over 1 million people in Rwanda

Post author:Armi Menorca
Post published:March 7, 2017
Post category:Blog Charity General Science Health Non-profit Optical Sciences Optician Optometry Research and Studies Trivia Wellness
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1 March 2017 – Vision for a Nation (VFAN) has now helped over one million people to access eye care services across Rwanda. The award-winning UK charity has supported Rwanda’s Ministry of…