ArticleInternational health2025
Compliance with spectacle use among schoolchildren in a school health programme in Islamabad, Pakistan.
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backgroundUncorrected refractive error is a leading cause of visual impairment globally, significantly affecting an individual's educational outcomes, economic opportunities and overall well-being. This study evaluates the compliance with spectacle use among schoolchildren in Islamabad, Pakistan, and identifies factors influencing spectacle wearing.
methodsA quasi-experimental study was conducted within 14 conveniently selected schools, targeting children aged 5-18 y. Children in Group 1 received free spectacles following an eye examination, while children in Group 2 received only a prescription for spectacles. Data were collected through interviews and the influence of mode of delivery on spectacles ownership and use was analysed.
resultsA total of 790 children participated. The overall compliance with spectacle use was 42.5%, significantly higher in Group 1 (53.6%) compared with Group 2 (34.7%) (p<0.005). The main reasons for non-compliance included broken/lost spectacles, a lack of time to obtain spectacles and a belief that they did not need them.
conclusionsProviding free spectacles significantly improves ownership and compliance with spectacle use among schoolchildren compared with children who received a prescription only. However, enhanced awareness and education about the value of eye health and the importance of spectacle use are recommended to maximise the benefits of these programmes.
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