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“My sons can now see more clearly, which makes me very happy. They are walking and playing without help.” – Kholil, father of twin boys Hasan & Hossain. On World Sight Day, we highlight the heart-warming story of Hasan and Hossain, twin boys from Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, who received life-changing cataract surgery thanks to support from Orbis. Their journey from anxious uncertainty to joyful clarity showcases the transformative power of accessible eye care. This World Sight Day, let’s commit to ensuring no child is left behind when it comes to vision. Read their story and learn how you can support our sight-saving efforts: https://bit.ly/3BGRK3l #WorldSightDay #OrbisUK #EyeCareForAll #LoveYourEyes

"I feel so lucky that I was diagnosed early – it changed my life." - Lily 🌍👁️ This #WorldSightDay, Lily shares her #MyEyeStory. Like millions of children around the world, Lily had strabismus. But an early diagnosis and treatment on the NHS changed her life – whilst giving her a sense of how lucky we are to have such access to eye care. We want to hear your eye story. How has your vision shaped your life? Share your story and help us raise awareness about eye health around the world. #MyEyeStory 📖 Learn more about how Orbis is fighting avoidable blindness: https://lnkd.in/e4HgEXVB #WorldSightDay #EyeCareForAll #LoveYourEyes

This World Sight Day 2024 (October 10), we’re celebrating how sight shapes the lives and future of children around the world 🌍✨ At Orbis UK, we believe that every child, no matter where they live, should have the opportunity to see clearly and pursue their dreams. But millions of children today in low- and middle-income countries sadly don’t have access to the eye care they need. Help us change that by sharing your #MyEyeStory and supporting our mission to make vision care accessible to all. Together, we can help children see a window to their futures. 💙 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e4HgEXVB #WorldSightDay #EyeCareForAll #LoveYourEyes

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Episode 2 of the ‘Eyes on Tomorrow’ podcast is out now! Listen in to hear Orbis UK trustee, volunteer, and ophthalmologist John Ferris, along with optometrist Dermot Keogh, dive deep into the worlds of optometry and ophthalmology. This week, their special guest, Professor Keith Barton, discusses: Surgical management of glaucoma, the importance of surgical training, and where Elton John fits into his varied career! Eyes on Tomorrow proudly supports Orbis UK as our official charity, learn more: https://bit.ly/4fe0yxc Listen now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify 👉 https://bit.ly/4673DL5 #EyesOnTomorrow #OrbisUK #Glaucoma #Optometry #Ophthalmology #Podcast

We are thrilled to share that our dedicated Orbis volunteer, Dr. Michelle Le Cheminant, was recently featured on ITV Channel Television News. 🎥 Michelle, a Consultant Anaesthetist at the Medical Specialist Group in Guernsey, has just completed two weeks volunteering in Mongolia as part of our Flying Eye Hospital programme ✈️ During her time in Mongolia, Michelle trained local anaesthetists both on board the Flying Eye Hospital and in partner hospitals, using simulation tools to enhance eye care. She also shared a touching story about giving a patient Sark Island chocolate from her home in the Channel Islands, a moment that reminded her of her grandmother. Since 2017, Michelle has volunteered with Orbis in countries such as Vietnam, Zambia, and China. Her dedication to advancing global eye care is truly inspiring. Learn more about the impact of our volunteers and the Flying Eye Hospital programme in Mongolia here:https://bit.ly/4dczn3w #OrbisUK #FlyingEyeHospital #GlobalHealth #Anaesthesia #HealthcareTraining #EyeCare #Mongolia #ITVNews

Watch part 3 of former Orbis patient and current @orbiscanada Board Member Bulgan Orgilsaikhan’s heart-warming homecoming in Mongolia. 🌏✨ Watch as she reunites with Marla, who made history as the youngest person in Mongolia to receive cataract surgery at just 19 days old. Thanks support like yours, Marla's sight is now fully restored and she’s looking forward to starting school. 💙👁️ Click here to learn more about our trip to Mongolia: https://bit.ly/4bUgEsF

Have you ever thought about the legacy you'd like to leave behind? And the impact you'll have on the world and its future generations? When Richard and his wife Sharon were writing their Wills, they considered these very questions. They remembered a little girl called Rachael, an Orbis beneficiary who had had a profound impact on them. By deciding to leave a gift to Orbis in their Will, they knew they'd be helping to leave a lasting legacy of sight for thousands of more people like Rachael all over the world. When you make the incredible decision to remember Orbis in your Will, you'll be giving someone the incredible gift of a brighter future, the increased chance of getting an education or earning an income and living an independent life. Learn more about the amazing impact leaving a gift to Orbis in your Will can have: https://lnkd.in/ebhBvjvJ #LeaveALegacy #OrbisUK #RememberACharityWeek #SightSaving

Meet Buyandeleger, a young girl from Mongolia whose dream of becoming a painter was fading with her eyesight. Her mother’s determination led them to Ulaanbaatar, where doctors aboard the Flying Eye Hospital diagnosed and treated her cataract. Now, Buyandeleger can see clearly and chase her dreams. 🌟 Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/ehTphSC8 #Orbis #FlyingEyeHospital

🌍 Heading to ESCRS? Join Us at the Orbis Symposium! 🗓️ Mark your calendars for Monday September 9th, 10.30 – 12.00 Room 8.0 A! We’re diving into the crucial topic of Democratising Cataract Surgery Training in Low- and Middle-Income Countries. 🎤 Session Highlights: 🔹 10:30 - 10:45 CEST: The Orbis Experience of Improving Access to Cataract Surgical Training - John Ferris, Orbis UK Trustee and Medical Volunteer (UK) 🔹 10:45 - 11:00 CEST: Cataract Surgery Training in Sub-Saharan Africa - William Dean, Orbis Medical Volunteer (UK) 🔹 11:00 - 11:15 CEST: Delivering Cataract Surgery Training in Bolivia - Anna Barba i Giro (Spain) 🔹 11:15 - 11:30 CEST: Blended Cataract Surgery Training at the Oftalmo University, Mexico City - Oliver Garcia (Mexico) These presentations will be followed by free paper abstracts. Save the date and join us for an interesting discussion! More info here: https://lnkd.in/emQMDeaz #ESCRS2024 The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) Orbis International #Orbis #ESCRS #EyeCareForAll #CataractSurgeryTraining

Eye care charity Orbis are hosting a symposium on Monday at ESCRS, from 10.30 – 12.00 in Room 8.0 A! They’ll be diving into the crucial topic of Democratising Cataract Surgery Training in Low- and Middle-Income Countries. Session Highlights include: 🔹 10:30 - 10:45 CEST: The Orbis Experience of Improving Access to Cataract Surgical Training - John Ferris, @Orbis UK Trustee and Medical Volunteer (UK) 🔹 10:45 - 11:00 CEST: Cataract Surgery Training in Sub-Saharan Africa - William Dean, Orbis Medical Volunteer (UK) 🔹 11:00 - 11:15 CEST: Delivering Cataract Surgery Training in Bolivia - Anna Barba i Giro (Spain) 🔹 11:15 - 11:30 CEST: Blended Cataract Surgery Training at the Oftalmo University, Mexico City - Oliver Garcia (Mexico) These presentations will be followed by free paper abstracts. 🗓️ Save the date and join the charity for an interesting discussion! More info here: https://lnkd.in/eGvJ_gAr #eyenews #ESCRS2024 #Orbis #EyeCareForAll #CataractSurgeryTraining Tom K McCarthy Orbis UK The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)