Three Australians have been named among this year’s 80 Eye Health Heroes, nominated by the global eye health sector.
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Limited-edition frames raise funds and awareness for equitable eyecare
Specsavers has released limited-edition frames featuring indigenous art as part of its joint effort with The Fred Hollows Foundation (FHF) to close the gap in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander eye health.
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Most pressing eye health issues raised with PM
The state of public cataract surgery and Indigenous eye health were among the key issues a delegation from the ophthalmic sector raised in a recent meeting with Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
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Countries adopt landmark eye health resolution
Australia and Indonesia have spearheaded a new resolution that sets the global eye health agenda for the next decade, in an effort to reach the one billion people worldwide who do not have access to vital eyecare services.
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Australian Ambassador joins Fred Hollows Foundation
Australia’s Ambassador to the US Mr Arthur Sinodinos has become The Fred Hollows Foundation’s inaugural patron in America.
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Aussie charity helps protect 100 ECPs in Bangladesh
Backed by an Australian Government aid program, The Fred Hollows Foundation will redirect funds from a comprehensive eyecare project to supply five international hospitals with personal protective equipment (PPE) and increase health messaging amid COVID-19.
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Fred Hollows Foundation farewells friend of 40 years
Wife of the late Fred Hollows, Ms Gabi Hollows, has paid tribute to leading ophthalmologist Dr Pararajasegaram, affectionately known as Dr Para, a friend and colleague since 1977.
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‘Don’t forget’ Indigenous eye health in elective surgery return, advocates warn
The Fred Hollows Foundation and Australia’s only Indigenous ophthalmologist are calling for governments to prioritise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander eye health when elective surgery resumes amid concerns over a cataract surgery backlog.
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