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TDV’s Cataract Project Brings Clear Vision to Vulnerable Communities

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TDV’s Cataract Project Brings Clear Vision to Vulnerable Communities
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Türkiye Diyanet Foundation Supports Cataract Treatment for Nearly 5,000 People in Over 20 Countries. 

Türkiye Diyanet Foundation (TDV) continues to aid needy people worldwide through its healthcare programmes. Since initiating its cataract surgery project in 2018, the Foundation has supported the treatment of nearly 5,000 individuals across more than 20 countries. 

Cataracts cause reduced visual acuity and may significantly impair daily functioning. Individuals who face financial constraints or difficulties accessing healthcare services may be unable to obtain treatment, potentially affecting their educational opportunities, employment prospects and social participation. 

Cataract Surgeries Delivered in Accordance with Medical Standards 

Under the project launched in 2018, TDV supports cataract patients in more than 20 countries, including Ethiopia, Yemen, South Sudan, Chad and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Medical missions include patient examinations, followed by surgical procedures performed in local hospitals under hygienic conditions and in compliance with applicable medical standards. 

Through donor contributions, the Foundation has supported cataract treatment for nearly 5,000 people in more than 20 countries to date. 

Improving Daily Functioning Through Treatment 

Cataracts can cause blurred, cloudy, or hazy vision, making routine activities increasingly difficult. Following surgery, many patients experience improved visual clarity, which can help them carry out daily tasks more effectively. 

Through these initiatives, TDV aims to facilitate access to treatment while helping beneficiaries continue their education, participate in employment, and maintain a better quality of life. 

Donations to support further cataract treatments can be made through https://bagis.tdv.org/health/cataract-surgeries-135 . Alternatively, donors can contribute 25 Turkish lira by sending an SMS containing SAĞLIK to 5601.