Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital holds campaign to mark World Sight Day

Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital and Dr. Agarwals Institute of Optometry (DAIO) launched an innovative eye health awareness campaign named 'See What They See' on the eve of World Sight Day. The campaign, held at four locations, aimed to highlight the impact of various visual impairments on daily life. Undergraduate optometry students crafted simulation glasses to replicate the effects of cataracts, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and refractive errors.

Over 1,400 participants donned these glasses to understand the challenges faced by those with these conditions. Karpagam, Dean of DAIO, emphasized the significance of proactive eye care, stressing that early detection is vital in preventing avoidable blindness. She stressed that untreated eye conditions can severely impact independence, productivity, and quality of life.