‘Keep Sight’ initiative launched

Allergan, Sightsavers and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) have launched a joint ‘Keep Sight’ initiative to prevent glaucoma-related vision loss by building healthcare capacity in low and middle-income countries.

Launched at the World Health Assembly in Geneva last week, the initiative will provide training for healthcare professionals to screen at-risk populations, ensure early and accurate diagnosis and provide appropriate treatment and care. It is due to launch at a high-volume hospital in Nigeria.

Director of development and communications at IAPB, Joanna Conlon said: ‘Keep Sight is the kind of solution we need today. IAPB is delighted to be working with Allergan to raise awareness of
glaucoma, a neglected eye condition.’