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Eye care
elderlyCataract
Cataract makes vision cloudy, mostly in older people. The black centre of the eye may look white or grey. Cataract surgery is free at government hospitals under the National Programme for Control of Blindness and Visual Impairment.
Make a list of elderly people who cannot see well and help them reach the eye camp.
child_careChildren's eyes
A child who holds books very close, squints, sits close to the TV, or has watery eyes and headaches may need glasses. Refer for eye testing. A white spot in the pupil of a baby or crossed eyes also need referral.
Glasses for school children are given free under the school eye programme.
warningEye injury and red eye
If something enters the eye, wash it with plenty of clean water. Do not rub. Do not put kajal, oil, milk or any home remedy in the eye. Refer eye injuries, a painful red eye or sudden loss of vision at once.
People with diabetes should get their eyes checked every year.
infoFor training ASHA workers. Always follow your ANM, Medical Officer and the latest Government guidelines. In an emergency, call 108.