Rapid sequential mixed-method study to identify barriers and explore solutions for improving equitable access to community-based eye care services in Uttar Pradesh, India.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

In low-income and middle-income countries, significant geographical and socioeconomic inequalities affect access to eye care. This study explores an equity-focused approach to improve access to eye care services provided by a community-based eye care organisation in northern India.

Design

A sequential exploratory mixed-method approach.

Setting

A high-volume eye screening programme in north Indian villages. Individuals identified with eye care needs during the screening were referred to the six nearby primary eye care centres.

Participants

7578 individuals identified with eye needs through a community-based eye screening programme. Of these, 4431 (58.6%) were women and 3137 (41.4%) were men.Socioeconomic questions, developed by experts and lay represen

SUBMITTER: Sabherwal S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12612719 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature