Effective coverage of refractive error care

A simple pair of spectacles can transform lives for hundreds of millions — yet glasses remain out of reach for far too many. Best viewed on desktop — scroll slowly to explore the full data story.

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Bourne R, et al. Effective refractive error coverage in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of updated estimates from population-based surveys in 76 countries modelling the path towards the 2030 global target. Lancet Glob Health. 2025.

World Health Organization, Eyeglasses coverage for distance refractive error, 2025.

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