FOCUS Point Vision Care Group Sdn Bhd (Focus Point), one of the popular optical retail chains in Malaysia, launched its World Sight Day 2024 campaign ...
Ministry of Health secretary-general Datuk Seri Suriani Ahmad , Focus Point president and CEO Datuk Liaw Choon Liang and some guests during the launch of the company’s World Sight Day 2024 campaign at the Mid Valley Megamall shopping centre.Point Vision Care Group Sdn Bhd , one of the popular optical retail chains in Malaysia, launched its World Sight Day 2024 campaign yesterday under the theme “Love Your Eyes”.
Focus Point president and CEO Datuk Liaw Choon Liang said promoting eye health awareness is essential and is at the core of Focus Point’s mission. “The statistics are staggering – an estimated 2.7 billion people globally suffer from uncorrected poor vision, while around 1.1 billion are at risk of severe visual impairment. In 2015, it was estimated that 23% of the world’s population had myopia. By 2050, lifestyle changes are anticipated to cause this number to surge to 50%.
She reinforced the importance of proactive eye care, particularly for children, emphasising that ensuring access to eye care is crucial for their academic and social success. She acknowledged Focus Point’s numerous initiatives aimed at providing essential vision screenings and support to children and local communities, particularly vulnerable populations.
Suriani also highlighted that the number of optometrists in the country still falls short of the ideal optometrist-to-population ratio. She commended Focus Point for its initiatives to empower optometry students through scholarships, internship support, and job opportunities. “As a market leader, Focus Point sets a commendable example by nurturing the next generation of optometrists and collaborating with educational institutions to bridge the gap in eye care services.
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