Qatar Charity launches eye surgery convoy in Mauritania

Qatar Charity (QC) has initiated a specialized medical convoy in Mauritania to provide eye surgery services to underprivileged communities. This effort, supported by Qatari donors and in collaboration with Mauritania's National Program for Blindness Control, aims to offer comprehensive medical checks, consultations, cataract surgeries, prescription glasses, and medicines.

Targeting residents in Moudjeria, El Ghaire, and Legrane, the campaign seeks to assist vulnerable populations. Dr Souleimane Cheikh Hamdi, Acting Director of Programs and Projects at Qatar Charity’s Mauritania Branch, announced that the convoy will conduct 2,500 medical consultations, perform 250 cataract surgeries, distribute 250 pairs of prescription glasses, and provide 250 medical prescriptions.

Dr Souleymane Ahmed Deida, coordinator of the National Programme for Blindness Control, expressed gratitude to Qatar and Qatar Charity for their crucial support, emphasizing the urgent need for medical interventions in the targeted regions. He urged residents to participate actively in the convoy's services, stressing the importance of early screenings for subsequent treatments.

Dr Hamahoullah Sid’Elemine, Director of El Chourouk Clinic, overseeing the convoy, detailed a two-phase plan: the first phase, covering consultations and screenings from August 22-28, was followed by the second phase, from October 22-27, focused on surgical interventions and medical follow-ups. Beneficiaries praised the initiative, highlighting the convenience of receiving medical services in their regions, previously requiring travel to the capital.

Edoumha El Cheikh Siden and Mrohamed Salem El Abass, among others, expressed deep appreciation for the Qatari support and Qatar Charity’s efforts, stating that the convoy has officially begun their eye treatment.