Dehradun, April 30 -- In an effort to enhance community health, Drishti Eye Institute, in collaboration with the Dev Bhoomi Samiti Dehradun, recently organised a health initiative at the KKM Leprosy Colony in Nalapani. This eye checkup camp was designed specifically for elderly leprosy patients, a group often marginalised in terms of access to essential healthcare services. The event witnessed the participation of around 50 elderly individuals who received much-needed eye care, addressing an often-overlooked need within the community.

Under the skilled guidance of experts from Drishti Eye Institute, the camp provided comprehensive eye examinations. The elderly residents, many of whom may not have had access to any eye care for years, wer...