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Early detection gives little boy a second chance at life

Priyansh poses with his mother and father. Photo supplied by the L V Prasad Eye Institute

Four-year-old Priyansh’s story begins in March 2023 when his father, Raj, noticed a strange glow in his little boy’s eyes. It was an observation that would end up saving Priyansh’s life. Raj and his wife, Ramya, acted quickly and took Priyansh to a local doctor who diagnosed him with a tumor. After more consultations, the… Continue reading Early detection gives little boy a second chance at life

Future back in focus for Ethiopian student

Hayat is thrilled to have the eyeglasses she needs to catch up in school. Photo: Zenegnaw Adimtew / Operation Eyesight

Imagine failing the same grade twice. And the first grade, no less. That’s an experience 11-year-old Hayat, in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, has gone through. Today Hayat, held back by difficulties with her eyesight, is continuing to work on her first-grade accreditation, alongside seven- and eight-year-olds. Born with a twin brother, Hayat had vision problems from… Continue reading Future back in focus for Ethiopian student

Gratitude for 60+ years of Rotary support

Operation Eyesight is excited to participate in the Rotary International Convention in Calgary in June 2025. Be sure to stop by our booth (#355) in the House of Friendship to learn more about our work with Rotary Clubs around the world. You can also visit operationeyesight.com/Rotary2025 for more information. Rotary Clubs: Longstanding champions of sight… Continue reading Gratitude for 60+ years of Rotary support

Healthy communities, healthy planet 

Our Vision Centre in Netracona, Bangladesh is Operation Eyesight’s first solar-powered vision centre, established in partnership with the Dr. K. Zaman BNSB Eye Hospital. Through partnership with the community, we deliver eye health solutions that are not only self-sustaining but also sustainable for the environment.

In the District of Netracona, the local vision centre is a lifeline for the community.  Located in the northern part of Bangladesh, many in the area experience poverty and lack access to basic necessities. Opened in 2021, the vision centre is a critical link that connects residents with eye health screening, prescription eyeglasses, specialist referral… Continue reading Healthy communities, healthy planetÂ