Availability of eye health interventions in basic schools in a Ghanaian municipality.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Globally, 19 to 22 million children are visually impaired. A huge number of children therefore will not be able to learn effectively even if the best educational institutions are made available to them. This ultimately leaves a potential negative effect on their quality of life, educational opportunities and livelihoods. School health programs (SHPs) present a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive eye health services to children. This study assessed the availability of School Eye Health Programs (SEHPs) in a municipality in Ghana.

Design and methods

In a cross-sectional study, semi-structured questionnaires and interview guides were used to collect data from 60 head teachers, 17 school health coordinators, and 7 key health workers.

Results

No school

SUBMITTER: Adzaho CS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11659203 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature