World sight day: 300 patients get free eye treatment from National Eye Centre

In pursuance to the celebration of World Sight Day, the National Eye Centre in Kaduna has offered free eye treatment to over 300 patients.

Speaking at the event at Mando motor garage in Kaduna, the Chief Medical Director, Dr. Mahmoud Alhassan, said the essence of marking the day was to draw attention to care of the eye.

“We have stepped up in our team work, Doctors, opticians and all stakeholders are teaming up for care of the eye.”

Represented by the Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC), Dr. Amina Abdulraman, explained that they chose to celebrate this year’s World Sight Day in the motor park because the road unite us all and that drivers are key in transportation, hence, giving them free eye treatment to drive advocacy for care of the eyes.

The Chairman Local Organising Committee of the medical team, Dr. Peter Jiya said if the world’s eye care needs were met, the impact would be most amazing.

“We are here to propagate the care for our eyes and to combat avoidable blindness via public health talks, free eye screening and provision of basic support to enhance good vision.”

Jiya charged patients to avoid self medication and buying of glasses on the streets. The World Sight Day is an annual event to raise awareness on the importance of good eye care around the globe.