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Major project tackles vision loss in Kenya

A new, large-scale project using Peek software has launched in Kenya, aiming to reduce vision loss and avoidable blindness across 10 counties. The Vision Impact Project is led by the Kenyan Ministry of Health and CBM Christian Blind Mission, in partnership with other eye health organisations, and will run for four years.

21 Apr 2022 Read More

Peek at 2030 In Sight Live

Highlights from Peek's recent attendance at the 2030 In Sight Live meeting, held by the International Agency for Prevention of Blindness (IAPB).

7 Mar 2022 Read More

Innovative school eye health tool pilots in South Africa

A new school eye health planning tool being developed by Peek and its partners has been successfully piloted in Durban, South Africa with the African Eye Institute.

25 Feb 2022 Read More

In memoriam: Karen Sparrow

Peek CEO Dr Andrew Bastawrous looks back on Karen Sparrow's remarkable contribution to global eye health and celebrates her life and work at Peek.

12 Jan 2022 Read More

Introducing RAAB7 - the new generation of Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness eye health survey

A new and expanded version of the Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness (RAAB) survey has officially launched, following extensive development and testing with leading eye health sector organisations. RAAB7 is delivered digitally using bespoke technology and enables faster, more accurate and more insightful data collection and analysis for effective eye health planning.

8 Dec 2021 Read More

We are incredibly sad to share the news that last week our wonderful friend and colleague Karen Sparrow passed away… https://t.co/AYYlxYzllQ

Posted 15 months ago

RT @CBMworldwide: Today on #WorldBrailleDay lets celebrate the significance of Braille as a means of communication in the full realization…

Posted 15 months ago

As the end of the year approaches, we want to say a huge thank you to our partners & supporters working tirelessly… https://t.co/Q6UJOqlDhs

Posted 15 months ago

There's still time to apply for our #ProductManager role! This is an exciting time to join Peek as we enter a new s… https://t.co/lH4EOPcyrU

Posted 15 months ago

RT @IAPB1: In May 2021, to address the unmet need in eye care, @WHO countries agreed to adopt two ambitious eye health targets: ✓ 40% incre…

Posted 15 months ago

RT @IAPB1: Our IAPB ‘Innovators’ Eye Health Heroes have embraced innovative ideas and created possibilities. They challenge the status quo…

Posted 16 months ago

#RAAB7 enables data collection on priority #eyehealth indicators to track progress towards universal health coverag… https://t.co/wnn53r7Ll8

Posted 16 months ago

RT @Sightsavers_Pol: Find out how RAAB7, developed by @ICEH_LSHTM & @peekteam, will help prevent avoidable vision loss. https://t.co/lwi3uh…

Posted 16 months ago

We're recruiting a #ProductManager to facilitate rollout of our product at scale. It’s a great time to join our tea… https://t.co/Acxo6uF6u7

Posted 16 months ago

The new Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness (#RAAB7) includes: 📱 Mobile app for vision screening & data colle… https://t.co/TiBwKsPONU

Posted 16 months ago

RT @IAPB1: #2030InSight LIVE is the IAPB event we have all been waiting for! A new format, a new agenda, and a new set of priorities. And…

Posted 16 months ago

What are the key features of #RAAB7 compared to previous versions? And what benefits can it bring to the sector? P… https://t.co/yhp8FzSWif

Posted 16 months ago

Data from RAAB surveys informs effective eye health planning & contributes to global #eyehealth estimates. The new… https://t.co/BAxQPVifso

Posted 16 months ago

RT @catalyst_fund: To plan & evaluate impactful eye health services to prevent avoidable vision loss, it's vital to understand the needs of…

Posted 16 months ago

#RAAB7 officially launches today! The new & expanded version of the Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness survey… https://t.co/nQuRCtRFqm

Posted 16 months ago

RT @SeeChange4all: Addressing poor vision among children is crucial, which is why we have partnered with @CooperVision, @peekteam and the A…

Posted 16 months ago

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