The Problem
- Over 314 million children and adults are vision-impaired due to uncorrected refractive error or eye diseases.
- Of these, nearly 45 million people are blind, with most of them living in the developing world.
- They have lost not only their sight, but also their ability to contribute productively to their families – trapping them in a cycle of poverty and poor health.
What HKI Is Doing
- 80% of all blindness is avoidable, with simple, proven solutions such as adequate vitamin A, low-cost surgeries, and annual doses of antibiotics.
- Working together, and supported by our donors, we bring solutions to millions to move us closer to a world where all can see. Our programs include Cataract Treatment, Onchocerciasis Control, Trachoma Control, Vision Correction/ChildSight®, Vitamin A Supplementation. We have begun new programs in Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment, and work to seek treatments and cures for all Neglected Tropical Diseases, including those that are not blinding.
