Free Eye Camp Held in Diabari, Uttara: 100 Patients Served and 17 Cataract Surgeries Facilitated

Joint Initiative by Bangladesh Eye Care Society and Do Better for the Children (DBC) Delivers Free Eye Examinations, Medication, Eyeglasses, and Cataract Surgeries at DMCK 34 Health Center

DIABARI, DHAKA — To provide essential eye care services to underprivileged and low-income community members, a day-long free eye camp was successfully conducted on October 29 at the DMCK 34 Health Center in Diabari, Uttara. The humanitarian camp was jointly organized and implemented by the Bangladesh Eye Care Society and Do Better for the Children (DBC).

Throughout the camp, specialized medical teams conducted comprehensive eye screenings and consultations for approximately 100 local residents. Based on individual diagnoses, patients received necessary prescription medicines and corrective eyeglasses free of charge. In addition, 17 patients diagnosed with cataracts were identified and selected for fully sponsored, complimentary cataract surgeries.

Organizers highlighted that the initiative aims to combat preventable vision impairment, eliminate avoidable blindness, and enhance eye health awareness among marginalized communities, reaffirming their ongoing commitment to expanding accessible medical care to those most in need.