title: Eye health.
abstract: 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.
authors.forename: A M
authors.initials: AM
authors.lastname: Connell
mesh_terms: 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