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Millions Could Miss Out on Cataract Surgery

Why action is needed to embed better eye care practices throughout Africa and Asia

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    Global cataract surgery coverage expected to rise by only 8.4 percentage points by

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    Africa projected to achieve a mere 4 percentage point increase.

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    Gender inequities persist in access to cataract surgery.

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    Sightsavers is implementing health system integration for eye care.

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    Case studies from India, Malaysia, and Rwanda show effective models.

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    Strengthening community awareness and resources is crucial.

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    Aim to reduce blindness and enhance quality of life through cataract intervention.

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Millions Could Miss Out on Cataract Surgery

  • by Sumrana Yasmin (1), Emma Jolley

  • April 15, 2026

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