Eye health.

A M, Connell

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Journal of the National Medical Association

Article . 1988

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Eye health.

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 21 Sep 1988 English Journal:Journal of the National Medical Association, volume 80 (issn: 0027-9684,

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Authors: A M, Connell;

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pmc: PMC2625801

Eye health.

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Abstract

The status of eye care in the Caribbean is discussed. Methods of primary eye care providers at all levels from primary to tertiary in the region are presented against a background of the major causes of blindness, cataract, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. Epidemiological surveys examining prevalence, risk factors, and intervention programs are being undertaken.

Keywords

Ophthalmology, Eye Diseases, West Indies, Humans, Health Facilities, Health Services

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