ArticleAfrican journal of primary health care & family medicine2025
Assessment of pediatric eye care services in health facilities in the Ashanti region of Ghana.
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- Community-based paediatric eye care in low- and middle-income countries: bridging the gap between policy and practice.BMJ paediatrics open · 2026Review
- Pediatric Eye Health-Seeking Behavior in Ghana: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study.Health science reports · 2026Article
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Abstract
backgroundChildhood visual impairment is an important public health concern considering the social, emotional and economic consequences. Lack of access to eye care services contributes to this growing problem. Therefore, integrating primary eye care into existing primary healthcare would facilitate improved access to equitable, effective and affordable eye care services, particularly for children.
aimThe study assessed the provision of primary paediatric eye care services in health facilities in the Ashanti region of Ghana.
settingThe study was conducted at the primary health facilities in the Ashanti region of Ghana.
methodsStratified random sampling was used to select 145 health facilities in this descriptive study. The eye care professionals in these facilities completed a questionnaire concerning primary eye care services for children. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics.
resultsEye care services were available in 131 (90%) of the health facilities resourced with essential eye equipment. Refraction services were provided by 129 (98.5%) despite limited coverage by the national health insurance scheme. More than 80% of participants lacked continuing education and 59% had poor awareness of management guideline. Barriers identified included lack of specialised equipment and inadequate resources.
conclusionThe study highlights disparities in the provision of child eye care services among the health facilities in the Ashanti region of Ghana.Contribution: This study provides useful information to inform policy on targeted interventions for child eye care services to ensure accessible, equitable and comprehensive services.
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