#World sight day

[murderousink23]

10/10/2024 is Day of Finnish Literature 🇫🇮, World Homeless Day 🌎, Astronomy Day 🌎, World Sight Day 🌎, National Angel Food Cake Day 🇺🇸, National Cake Decorating Day 🇺🇸, National Handbag Day 👜 🇺🇸, National Hug a Drummer Day 🇺🇸, World Porridge Day 🇬🇧, World Mental Health Day 🇺🇳

[subby-sab]

Today is 10th of October.

Today is World Mental Health Day, World Homeless Day, World Porridge Day, World Sight Day.

[the-delta-quadrant]

happy world sight day! what a great day for software developers to start giving a fuck about blind people.

[courtsopticalbelize]

Importance of World Sight Day

World Sight Day: The Importance of Eye Health and How You Can Take Action

World Sight Day, observed annually on the second Thursday of October, aims to raise awareness about eye health and how to combat vision impairment and blindness. This day highlights the importance of vision protection and the need for easy accessibility to eye care services worldwide. A large percentage of people around the globe are suffering from some form of eye disorder. From cataract to macular degeneration and myopia to presbyopia, with eye care awareness and best practices, many eye conditions can be prevented from progressing and causing permanent damage.

Vision Care and Awareness:

World Sight Day focuses on various activities specific to eye and vision health, such as encouraging governments, organizations and communities to take action toward better eye care facilities, awareness campaigns, free eye examinations, outreach programs and educational initiatives to highlight the importance of vision health and the impact of visual impairment on individuals.

The World Health Organization (WHO) data shows that at least 2.2 billion people around the world have a near or distant vision impairment, with at least 1 billion of those cases being preventable or treatable. The goal of World Sight Day is to make communities and individuals aware of these preventive measures and treatments that can preserve the quality of their vision and protect their sight.

Steps to Protect Your Vision:

Go for regular vision screening and eye examinations

Wear UV protection sunglasses when outdoors during the day

Take a nourishing and eye health promoting diet

Limit screen time

Follow the 20-20-20 rule

Stay hydrated

By engaging the public through social media, fundraising and community activities, World Sight Day can help shed light on eye health issues and create greater awareness about the benefits of practicing healthy eye habits, so everyone can enjoy the gift of sight.

[sreedhareeyam]

World Sight Day - October 10, 2024

👀 Did you know that 1 in 5 kids struggle with visual issues?

Now let's make a pledge!

📅 Make an appointment for your child's eye exam now to ensure a better tomorrow.

[rabbitcruiser]

World Sight Day

World Sight Day is observed every year on the second Thursday of October, falling on October 10 this year. It was initiated by the Lions Clubs International Foundation during their ‘SightFirstCampaign’ in an effort to spread awareness about preventable blindness and help people who are visually impaired.

History of World Sight Day

In 1917, Melvin Jones established Lions Clubs International (L.C.I.), which was a service organization. The Lions Clubs International has organized a variety of projects across the globe like fundraisers for typhoons and cyclone victims, diagnosis and management for people with hearing disorders, community hearing, and cancer screening projects.

One of the well-known Lions Clubs International projects was the ‘SightFirst’ campaign. Started in 1990, this campaign aimed to fight blindness due to trachoma and other causes of blindness. These campaigns helped over 488 million people who were visually impaired.

During the ‘SightFirst’ campaign in 2000, the Lions Clubs International and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (I.A.P.B.) proclaimed every second Thursday of October to be observed as World Sight Day. The primary objective was to draw the public’s attention to the importance of following safe practices to prevent blindness and other problems related to vision. Medication kits and financial assistance were provided to the needy. This day was observed by millions of people worldwide to spread awareness about eye care and also to appreciate the gift of vision, which is a blessing in every sense of the word. This day was also a step towards the World Health Organization’s ‘VISION 2020’, which aimed to “intensify and accelerate prevention of blindness activities so as to achieve the goal of eliminating avoidable blindness by 2020.”

In 2020, World Sight Day was celebrated with a theme named ‘HopeInSight’ and over 755 World Sight Day events were organized in about 140 countries worldwide.

World Sight Day timeline

1916

Lions Clubs International is Born

Lions Clubs International is founded by William Perry Woods.

1917

L.C.I. Goes International

Under the guidance of its secretary, Melvin Jones, Lions Clubs International becomes an international service organization.

1990

The ‘SightFirst’ Campaign is Initiated

The Lions Clubs International organizes ‘SightFirst’ campaigns to fight preventable blindness.

2000

World Sight Day is Observed

The Lions Clubs International proclaims that every second Thursday will be observed as World Sight Day.

World Sight Day FAQs

Do I get a free eye check-up on World Sight Day?

There are many eye clinics and hospitals that offer free eye checkups. Find out from your nearest hospital if they plan to organize such an event. You can even motivate them to do so if there aren’t any existing plans already.

Can I donate my eyes after death?

Yes. You’ll have to register with the eye bank and concerned authorities. The eyes have to be taken within four to five hours of death. By donating your eyes, you give the gift of vision to someone in need, thereby making a difference in this world, even after your death.

Where can I donate money?

Many charitable organizations accept donations for helping the visually impaired. Find out the local charitable trusts in your city or donate directly to the Lions Clubs International or the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness.

World Sight Day Activities

Raise funds: There are still thousands of people who cannot afford to get the medical treatment they need. Organize a fundraiser and ask your friends and relatives to donate to this noble cause. You will be making a huge impact on the lives of many people affected by vision impairment.

Educate people: About 75% of blindness is preventable. Educate people about healthy practices, medications, and treatments available. You can team up with Lions Clubs International and help spread the word.

Get an eye checkup: This would be a good time to get your eyes checked. The doctor will examine the condition of the blood vessels in your retina and check the overall functioning of your eyes and vision. Go to your nearest eye clinic and also motivate your family members and friends to get their eyes checked.

5 Facts About Eyes That Will Blow Your Mind

Eyes developed millions of years ago: It is estimated that eyes developed in mammals about 500 million years ago.

They are crucial for information: Almost 80% of the information that your brain processes comes from the eyes.

They are the fastest muscle: Contracting in less than 1/100th of a second, the eyes are the fastest muscle in the human body.

A blink lasts 100 milliseconds: The blink of a human eye can last anywhere between 100 to 150 milliseconds.

A sight test can determine other ailments: Conditions like high blood pressure or high sugar levels can be detected in an eye test.

Why We Love World Sight Day

Millions of people do not have access to medical care: It is said that half of the world's population does not have access to proper medical care and resources. It is important for people to recognize the gravity of the situation and do their part in helping people to obtain the medical supervision they are entitled to. This day draws attention to the fact that 85% of blindness is preventable and yet millions are visually impaired because they didn't receive treatment.

It is a reminder that sight is a gift: We have to realize that we wouldn't be enjoying the world's beauty, its color, and its detail if it were not for our eyes. We often take our eyesight for granted and become careless, not realizing that sight is truly a gift that we have to be grateful for. This day reminds us to take care of our eyes and also to show love and support to those who can't see.

It is a reminder to get your eyes checked: We often get so busy with our daily schedule that we neglect our bodies. Do you know that detecting cataracts in the early stages can help prevent blindness? This day provides an opportunity and a reminder to finally get that eye check you've been postponing for long.

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[daffodilsworldschool6]

Seeing is believing: let's work towards a world where everyone has the gift of sight.

The theme of World Sight Day 2023 is "Love Your Eyes at Work." that focuses on helping people understand the importance of protecting their vision in the workplace and calling on business leaders to priorities the eye health of workers, everywhere.

[inumbrapugnabimus-maybe]

But not green.

You know the song Mr. Jones? Yeah.

[itsdefinitely]

I wanna teach your version of boy Jerry modern slang and let him try to use it /pos. ily how you draw him sm

his ass does not know what skibidi toilet is

[homiu-l]

Does it sometimes occur to you when you see a remarkable thing that you want to share the wonderment with others?

❌ 타커뮤니티로의 허락없는 재업로드를 금지합니다 DO NOT repost or use my art without permission ❌ DC에 재업로드하는 것을 금지합니다 DO NOT repost or use my art to DCinside

[murderousink23]

10/12/2023 is Children's Day 🧒🇧🇷, World Arthritis Day 🌎, World Sight Day 🌎, Christopher Columbus Day 🇮🇹, National Farmer's Day 👩‍🌾👨‍🌾🇺🇲, National Freethought Day 💬🇺🇲, National Gumbo Day 🇺🇲, National Pulled Pork Day 🇺🇲, National Savings Day 💰🇺🇲, National Vermont Day 🍁🇺🇲

[subby-sab]

Today is 12th of October.

Today is World Sight Day, World Arthritis Day, National Pulled Pork Day.

[innerexpanse]

Astronaut riv?

Thanks!

so I actually tried to make it look okay and um. Yeah I like this

but please throttle me next time I say I wanna do lineless. I’m crying

[kacievvbbbb]

I’ve been rereading this lovely fic by @erinyra (it’s great I seriously recommend) and I’ve been doing some thinking and I do think Mihawk should get sick and it could be just like a passing illness or bug but something that lays him out for a bit and while yes I think a sick Mihawk would be adorable and terrifying and I love that for me.

I also think it’d be a way for Shanks to confront his probably latent issues with illness and seemingly untouchable people. After all his captain was as untouchable as they come, literally king of the pirates, but he still got sick and that ruined Shanks life. And here it is happening all over again. Mihawk probably the strongest most unflappable person he knows is sick with some unknown disease (not really his anxiety riddled mind just can’t process what Hongo is saying) And Shanks is not handling it…..well.

Shanks can withstand many things; any manner of injury or bodily harm to him and his loved ones that’s fine they can walk it off. but illness? he does not fuck with illness…

[medi-bee]

[inga-don-studio]

I learned tonight that some of my coworkers DON’T pretend to be ghostbusters when using the backpack vacuum and I’ve never been more disappointed in my peers. Like look at this (stock image) and tell me what self respecting adult wouldn’t have the dang theme song playing in their head on loop ]:<