QRCS launches ophthalmology project for Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh
The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), in partnership with the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS), has launched an ophthalmology project benefiting Rohingya refugees and the host community in Co...
The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), collaborating with the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS), has initiated an ophthalmology project aimed at assisting Rohingya refugees and the local community in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh. Operating under the medical convoys program, this initiative will carry out 15 field campaigns within a four-month period.
During these campaigns, medical personnel will conduct eye examinations, deliver consultations, provide health education, and distribute eyeglasses and medications without charge. For patients requiring cataract surgery, referrals will be made to specialized hospitals.
The project also includes coverage of the expenses associated with 400 surgeries, encompassing transportation, medications, and post-operative care. This endeavor is a response to the escalating demand for eye care services within refugee camps and the surrounding regions. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), approximately 10% of camp residents suffer from vision impairments, translating to around 90,000 individuals requiring specialized services.
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