Eye health.
The status of eye care in the Caribbean is discussed. Methods of primary eye care providers at all levels from primary to tertiary in the region are presented against a background of the major causes of blindness, cataract, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. Epidemiological surveys examining prevalence, risk factors, and intervention programs are being undertaken.
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D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy; D006268:Health Facilities / Q000600:supply & distribution; D006296:Health Services / Q000600:supply & distribution*; D006801:Humans; D009885:Ophthalmology; D014900:West Indies