The Government of Cambodia has launched a three-year programme that aims to reach 275,000 Cambodians with assistive technology such as prosthetics, wheelchairs and eyeglasses. Underpinned by a comprehensive national work plan, this significant step will enable people to live healthier, more productive, independent, and dignified lives and to participate in education, the labour market and their communities.
Globally, approximately 90% of all vision impairment can be prevented or treated. Uncorrected refractive problems account for more than 53% of all cases of vision impairment. Simple-to-use and affordable hand-held autorefractors have the potential to address challenges in addressing refractive errors, particularly for underserved populations that have little or no access to eye care. ATscale is supporting a large-scale study to determine the effectiveness and feasibility of using hand-held autorefractors in LMICs.
