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94% of vision loss in Indigenous Australian’s is preventable or treatable, however, an alarming 35% of Indigenous adults have never had an eye exam.
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Outreach services aim to address these challenges by providing more equitable access to quality healthcare locally, recognizing the importance of such programs for efficient and sustainable healthcare in rural areas.
Australia has a large portion of its population residing outside major cities, with nearly 20% living in over 1500 rural and remote communities with fewer than 5000 residents.
Due to the small size of these communities, traditional healthcare models are often impractical, leading residents to travel significant distances to access care in larger centers. This results in disruptions to family life and employment, causing emotional and financial strain.
Despite progress, there is still much work needed to improve access to eye healthcare in rural and remote communities. Lions Outback Vision, along with partners and supporters, is committed to building capacity and resources to fulfill this mission.