Retinoblastoma in Zim and the need to expand access to eyecare

Symptoms include a white reflection in the pupil known as cat’s eye.  It can be noticeable in photos taken with a flash or dim lighting.
By Deborah Tigere Oct. 25, 2024

Old Mutual partners with The Eye Institute For Community Eye Care Initiative

This strategic collaboration is set to elevate eye care services for various community members, including pensioners.
By Staff Reporter Oct. 25, 2024

Crucial role of eye health in children’s development

Promoting a parent/ child centred approach in the provision of eyecare services will increase the uptake of services and demystify misconceptions.
By Deborah Tigere Jul. 5, 2024

Policymaking strides in Zim’s eye-care services

The National Eye Health Policy was launched a year ago by Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga during his tenure as the Health and Child Care minister.
By Vanessa Gonye Apr. 9, 2024

Glaucoma the thief of sight

It constricts the visual field, and the mild forms cause problems in reading and navigating around, increasing the risk of falling. 
By Deborah Tigere Feb. 16, 2024

Eye health in the workplace.

Digital eye strain is another vision related condition that employees experience in the workplace.
By Deborah Tigere Oct. 13, 2023

Perspectives: Focus on diabetic eye disease

According to the World Report on Vision (2019), globally 116 million adults are affected with diabetic retinopathy.
By Deborah Tigere Jul. 23, 2023

Perspectives: Women and eye health

The challenges associated with access and acceptance are more common for women than men.
By Deborah Tigere Jun. 25, 2023