Akordet: Cataract surgery has been performed on 260 citizens, including 11 children, at Akordet Hospital.
According to African Press Organization, this initiative is part of ongoing national efforts aimed at preventing blindness across Eritrea.
Dr. Eyob Beyene, an eye surgery specialist at Birhan Aini Hospital in Asmara, provided insights into the program's progress. He highlighted that the surgical operations, which were once conducted with the assistance of foreign experts, are now being successfully carried out by local medical professionals. Dr. Eyob emphasized the importance of utilizing local resources and expertise in treating eye conditions.
In his statements, Dr. Eyob urged individuals experiencing eye problems to seek medical attention at authorized health facilities instead of resorting to traditional practices. The program's shift to full local capacity is seen as a significant step forward in the nation's healthcare capabilities, offering increased accessibility to critical eye care services for the population.