Global Action for Eye Health
Presented by Sangeeta Kandola
Presented by Sangeeta Kandola
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Attending regular eye examinations is crucial, not only for testing how well you are seeing, but also for the early detection of any eye health irregularities. Asda Opticians is committed to making eye treatments, products and services accessible and affordable for all, helping to deliver improved patient outcomes.
Billions of people worldwide suffer from uncorrected poor vision, affecting their quality of life. In Kenya and many other regions, the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation is using innovative technology and partnerships to bring essential vision care to underserved communities.
Visual impairments can take many forms and can have a profound impact on a person’s life. RevitalVision’s online training programme provides an effective alternative for improving vision and overall wellbeing.
The Association of British Dispensing Opticians, (ABDO) represents over 6,000 qualified dispensing opticians, advancing the profession and promoting eye health across the UK. Max Halford, who is the clinical lead at ABDO, discusses the importance of primary eyecare and the work ABDO is doing to support public eye health.
Approved by the Association of British Dispensing Opticians.
The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, the IAPB, is the global alliance dedicated to tackling avoidable blindness and vision impairment. Their Chief Executive, Peter Holland, explains their work and the global efforts to improve eye health and vision care worldwide.
Approved by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness.
As the UK’s leading sight loss charity, RNIB champions a world without barriers for people with sight loss. RNIB's Head of Optometry, Dr. Louise Gow, and Robert Cooper, Director of Strategic Engagement, discuss their roles in driving social change and supporting people on their sight loss journey.
Approved by the Royal National Institute of Blind People.
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Sangeeta works as a presenter across ITN News, ITV London and the weekend Channel 5 News. Sangeeta is a regular reporter and presenter for ITN Business - and can turn her hand from hard news to human interest stories. She is a professional at delivering information in an informative and engaged way, and is a natural interviewer - getting the best out of interviewees with her warm, approachable style. Sangeeta has also worked as an anchor for Sky News and Setanta Sports News.
