Eye-Q and IMA Collaborate for Glaucoma Awareness Event, Glaucoday
Written by Arushi Sharma
Eye-Q partnered with IMA for Glaucoday, a glaucoma awareness event. The event featured a walkathon, talks by experts, and free glaucoma screenings. Eye-Q pledged to provide free eye checks to 50,000 people and distribute spectacles to underprivileged communities.
Eye-Q, in collaboration with the Indian Medical Association (IMA), organized Glaucoday as part of World Glaucoma Awareness Week 2024 on March 10, 2024.
Held at the Community Centre, Sector 4, Gurugram, the event saw active participation from the community, aimed at raising awareness about glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness.
Dr. Bhalendar Singh, National Gold Medalist in Discus Throw and Brand Ambassador for Glaucoma Week, graced the occasion, joined by Ajay Sharma, IMA president and CMD of EyeQ, and Dr. Inder Mohan Rastogi, Secretary, along with 100 doctors.
The event featured a variety of activities including a Glaucoma Walk, Talks, Jingle, Honors, and Refreshments. The Walkathon, flagged off by Dr. Singh, spanned a distance of 3 km, symbolizing the journey towards glaucoma awareness and prevention.
Esteemed experts conducted informative Glaucoma Talks, shedding light on the importance of early detection and intervention. Dr. Kapil Middha added a creative touch with a captivating Glaucoma Jingle.
Eye-Q and other eye hospitals extended their support by offering free Glaucoma screenings for all IMA doctors and their families, emphasizing the significance of regular eye check-ups in preventing vision loss.
Dr. Ajay Sharma, Founder and CMD of Eye-Q, emphasized the alarming prevalence of glaucoma and the urgent need for awareness campaigns. He announced Eye-Q's commitment to provide free eye checks to 50,000 individuals and distribute 17,000 spectacles to the underprivileged.
Dr. Inder Mohan Rastogi, General Secretary of IMA Gurgaon, stressed the role of healthcare providers in educating the community about eye health and urged collective efforts to safeguard vision.
The Glaucoma Awareness Week will culminate with the Mega Finals of the Dr. Anil Hans Memorial IMA Haryana State Cricket League on March 17 at Terri Oval Ground on Gurgaon-Faridabad road, featuring female cricket enthusiasts. IMA and Eye-Q extend a warm invitation to sports enthusiasts to join this event, combining sportsmanship with glaucoma awareness.
The event underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in combating glaucoma and promoting eye health, ensuring a brighter future for individuals at risk of vision impairment.