The ophthalmic officer MRK Das creates awareness of eye protection in a medical camp organized in Sricacula on Tuesday. | Photo Credit: By Agreement
On the eve of the World View Day, observed on October 9, SRIKAKULI District Blendness Control Society urged parents and teachers to create awareness of complications related to the eye due to excessive use of mobile phones and computers. The manager of the District Program S. Pushpalatham and the paramedic ophthalmic officer M.RK DAS increased the call in the program of the eye screen organized for children in the primary health center, naupada, DG Puram from Santhabommali Mandal, SRIKAKULM district.
In an interview with the media, Mrs Pushpalatha said that DBSC favors early blindness and restoring sight for older individuals with vision problems. Over the last year, the Ministry conducted eye tests for 85,355 children in 617 government schools. “Up to 4 606 students between them suffered different types of visual defects, was treated and provided glasses after treatment,” she added.
Mr MRK Das, former General Secretary of the United Andhra Pradesh Offtalmic, said, “” Individuals suffering from diabetes and blood pressure should consult with an ophthalmologist every year to avoid partial and permanent blindness. ” with the eye.
He recommended the rule of eye care of 20-20-20 and said, “Eyes must be surrendered every 20 minutes, looking at a distant object for 30 seconds and often flashing eyes.” He urged teachers and parents to keep children, especially because children regularly attend online courses.
Published – October 7, 2025 20:36
