The Ministry of Health, in partnership with the Glaucoma Patient Association of Ghana, has officially launched the 2025 World Glaucoma Week, reinforcing the country’s commitment to tackling one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness.
Under the global theme “United for a Glaucoma-Free World,” this year’s campaign is focused on building a unified front to prevent glaucoma-related vision loss by encouraging early detection through regular eye and optic nerve screenings.
At the launch event, Dr. Hafez Adam, Acting Director for Technical Coordination at the Ministry of Health, highlighted the government’s renewed focus on preventive care. He stressed the urgent need for public awareness, noting that many Ghanaians are unaware they have glaucoma until it’s too late.
“We are strengthening eye care services across the country, especially at the primary healthcare level, by equipping facilities with modern diagnostic tools and training health workers,” Dr. Hafez said.
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He called on all Ghanaians to take advantage of available services, get regular check-ups, and prioritize eye health to curb the silent threat of glaucoma.
The week-long campaign, part of a global initiative spearheaded by the World Glaucoma Association and supported locally by the Glaucoma Patients Association of Ghana, aims to educate the public through community outreaches, free screenings, and media advocacy.
As glaucoma remains a major public health concern in Ghana, the Ministry of Health says such campaigns are vital in reducing the national burden of preventable blindness and improving overall quality of life.
