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Chris Canning, CEO and Medical Director of Moorfields, said:
'Conducting eye tests for children is extremely important as approximately 25% of school-going children are diagnosed with vision problems. If diagnosed early, complications can be prevented in the long run as children are more responsive to treatment.'
Following the vision tests, results, recommendations and a full account of the screening performed were sent home with the children for their parents' reference.
Dr. Canning added: 'The JESS institutions have taken the lead in endorsing the importance of children's eye health. We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the participating schools for offering their support to this new initiative.'
The vision screening initiative was concluded at the JESS Jumeirah School, where the vision of approximately 80 children in the same age group was tested.
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