Tag: retinopathy of prematurity
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Preventing Childhood Blindness in Aotearoa New Zealand: A Public Health Priority
Introduction: Why childhood blindness matters in Aotearoa New Zealand Childhood blindness, while representing a small share of global blindness, has profound and lasting effects on a child’s development, education, and independence. In Aotearoa New Zealand (Aotearoa New Zealand), safeguarding young vision is a public health priority because early detection and timely treatment can prevent permanent…
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Preventing Childhood Blindness in Aotearoa New Zealand
Overview: Why childhood eye health matters in Aotearoa New Zealand Childhood blindness, while representing a small share of global cases, has profound consequences for individual development, education, and long-term independence. In Aotearoa New Zealand (also known as Aotearoa New Zealand), the health system prioritizes early detection and timely treatment to reduce avoidable vision loss. Effective…
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New MCH laser prevents blindness in premature babies
New laser at MCH protects vision for premature babies Hamilton Health Sciences’ McMaster Children’s Hospital (MCH) has taken a major step forward in safeguarding the vision of the smallest patients. With the arrival of a specialized laser, MCH can treat retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) on site, eliminating the need to transport very fragile newborns to…
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MCH Laser Gives Sight Back: Preventing Blindness in Premature Babies
New laser brings hope to premature babies at MCH Hamilton Health Sciences’ McMaster Children’s Hospital (MCH) has added a specialized laser eye treatment to its neonatal care, thanks to a $120,000 grant from the Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation. The new laser is used to treat retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), a potentially sight-threatening condition that affects…
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New MCH Laser Prevents Blindness in Premature Babies at Hamilton Health Sciences
A Breakthrough for Premature Babies at McMaster Children’s Hospital Hamilton Health Sciences’ McMaster Children’s Hospital (MCH) has taken a significant step forward in safeguarding the vision of premature babies. Thanks to a $120,000 grant from the Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation, MCH now houses a specialized laser eye surgery system designed to treat retinopathy of prematurity…