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KantiVelugu: A Visionary Approach to Comprehensive Eye Health in Public Health Policy

Author(s) Suresh Lavudi, Shamanna B.R
Country India
Abstract Background: Globally, over 285 million people are visually impaired, including 39 million who are blind and 246 million with low vision. India and China together account for nearly half of the world’s blindness and visual impairment cases, largely due to uncorrected refractive errors. This highlights the need for large-scale efforts to make vision care services accessible, affordable, and acceptable for all. Recognizing this need, the Government of Telangana launched the “KantiVelugu” program a statewide initiative to screen eyes and provide vision care. Aim: To offer universal eye health across a large Indian state. Objective: To understand the scope, feasibility, and impact of the KantiVelugu program, particularly in Hyderabad district of Telangana. Methodology: This study uses a quantitative research approach with a standardized survey and close-ended questions. Both primary and secondary data were collected, with the study sample based on official data from the Telangana Government. Results: The program successfully reached both rural and urban areas in Telangana, screening 250 rural and 300 urban communities. About 40% of the screened population needed treatment. In Hyderabad, 90 wards were covered, and approximately 892,256 people were screened. Conclusion: This statewide program has proven effective in reaching underserved populations with eye care that is accessible, acceptable, and affordable. The success in Hyderabad reflects the program's broader impact across the state.
Keywords KantiVelugu, Refractive Errors, Blindness, Hyderabad, Vision
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 5, Issue 2, March-April 2023
Published On 2023-03-23
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