Eye Care Awareness at Hibiscus Hospital Cato Ridge

Bringing the joy of clear vision… 

With cataracts, the age-related clouding of the eye being the no. 1 cause of blindness worldwide, it is important to keep an eye on your vision. Although cataracts are classed as an aging disease, there are a few external factors that can make it worse. That is why as we get older it is better to avoid or limited our exposure to direct sunlight, and other forms of sharp light.

Alcohol, smoking and diabetes are also factors that can hasten the onset of cataracts earlier in life. This is why Hibiscus Hospital Cato Ridge in conjunction with Dr N. Chetty (Ophthalmologist) and Dr M.Mbhele (Anaesthetist) opened up their facilities to assist a number of deserving community members with free cataract surgery.

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