Recently, I spoke with Dr. Oscar Debrah, head of the Eye Care Unit at Ghana Health Service. Operation Eyesight is working to eliminate avoidable blindness in Ghana through the Seeing is Believing program, a partnership with Standard Chartered Bank. As we are working with Dr. Debrah to implement this program, I questioned him on the… Continue reading Talking with the head of Ghana’s National Eye Care Unit
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Through the eyes of a committed donor
We are continuously amazed by the dedication and passion of all of our donors. Today, we’d like tell you about one of our loyal supporters, Brian Lee. Brian is a Certified Speaking Professional known for his expertise in improving the patient experience in hospitals and health clinics. We were delighted when he approached us last… Continue reading Through the eyes of a committed donor
Following the signs to eye health
“If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else,” said American baseball player Yogi Berra – a man as famous for his confusing quips as for his sports abilities. However, that statement might also represent the damage that lack of awareness can cause – and indeed, has caused! – in preventing… Continue reading Following the signs to eye health
Benefits of eye surgery outweigh fear
Fear of the unknown can be debilitating. It can hold you back from making a decision that can ultimately prove beneficial. Yet when you take a chance, the benefits can be enormous! Let me tell you about Isaac Acquah. Born and raised in the seacoast town of Apam, in the Central region of Ghana, Isaac… Continue reading Benefits of eye surgery outweigh fear
