OPC and Sightsavers are continuing their successful partnership to bring neglected tropical disease (NTD) medications to more people in Chad. In Chad, Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) are widespread throughout...
Did you know that uncorrected refractive error is the most common cause of vision impairment and is the second leading cause of blindness globally? Uncorrected refractive errors affect 671...
The UK has cut the funding of its program to fight neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), effective August 31, 2021. The move is part of slashing cuts to the UK...
OPC is pleased to announce the appointment of our new Executive Director, Céline Noguès. She stepped into the role at the end of August, replacing outgoing Executive Director Karim...
In July, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the “Vision for Everyone: accelerating action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals” resolution. This resolution solidifies eye health in the Sustainable...
Onchocerciasis is one of the five neglected tropical disease (NTD that OPC is fighting to eliminate in Francophone Africa. Onchocerciasis is endemic in 30 African countries, including the Francophone...
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