We’re working to make eye care available everywhere, for everyone, so no one has to experience the consequences of avoidable blindness.
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Orbis UK retweeted
🌍Today is #WorldNTDDay! Nearly 1.5 billion people are affected by neglected tropical diseases, mostly in the world’s poorest communities. The UK can make a real difference by integrating NTDs into health systems and restoring global leadership so no one is left behind #EndNTDs
ALT A smiling woman wearing a headscarf with a bandage over one eye stands in the foreground, with two healthcare workers in surgical gowns and masks behind her. Text on the image reads ‘Leave No One Behind’ and ‘World NTD Day 2026,’ alongside the logo of the UK Coalition Against Neglected Tropical Diseases.
Orbis UK retweeted
👁️ On World Sight Day, we’re putting a spotlight on our partnership with @ukorbis, whose mission to eliminate avoidable blindness is changing lives across Ethiopia.
✨ Together, we’re using biometric technology to strengthen eye care systems, ensuring that every patient can be accurately identified, every surgery recorded, and no one is left behind.
🔗 Read the full story: bit.ly/4h6MiHQ
#WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #DigitalHealth #BiometricsForGood #GlobalHealth
Orbis UK retweeted
The Flying Eye Hospital lands in Rwanda for the first time. The charity Orbis has begun a two-week training project in Rwanda designed to aid the prevention of blindness and the delivery of eye care across the country.
Find out more here: ow.ly/KK8Y50WvbTB @ukorbis #OT
Orbis UK retweeted
New webinar: Novel Diagnostic Tools for Glaucoma & Optic Neuropathies
Learn how AI & imaging are changing diagnosis, with real case studies & global access insights.
📅 June 9 | ⏰ 1:00 PM UTC
🎓 Free + Certificate
🔗 Register: live.cybersight.org/register…
#Cybersight #Glaucoma #OpticNeuropathy #Ophthalmology #EyeCare #DiagnosticTools
Orbis UK retweeted
In her role as Global Ambassador for @IAPB1 Sophie has witnessed Orbis’s work in Ethiopia, Bangladesh and India over many years.
This evening we welcomed HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh to our third annual #OrbisVisionaries reception.
1.1 billion people live with vision loss and is 90% avoidable.
Together, we’re working to expand access to eye care worldwide by 2030: bit.ly/45q224G
@RoyalFamily
Orbis UK retweeted
Supporting local and global communities is at the heart of our mission. We’re proud to work with @ukorbis, raising funds to bring vital eye care to those in need around the world. Together, let’s make a lasting impact.
To learn more, contact your BDM or email [email protected]
Orbis UK retweeted
“Sometimes I doubt if I’m the right mentor,” admits anaesthetist Dr Le Cheminant.
“Then I meet trainees like my Mongolian translator – a med student spending her holiday training with @ukorbis. She’s the future of healthcare leadership.
eyenews.uk.com/news/post/int…
#eyenews
Orbis UK retweeted
💬 “particularly for women.”
This #InternationalWomensDay, we're celebrating the incredible leaders from our network. Why? To drive the change we so desperately need.
Women make up 70% of the global health and social workforce but hold only 25% of leadership roles. 🧵
Orbis UK retweeted
The work that @ukorbis does is truly life-changing, I have had the chance to witness it firsthand. Cataract blindness is something many don't realize is so treatable, for $24 your heard me ! To see people regain their sight, after 20 years of blindness, was a profound experience
From Dune Part 2 to Wicked, iconic eyes were seen at this year’s Oscars. But for millions, eye changes lead to sight loss. Follow us to see how you can help protect vision worldwide. 👀 #Oscars #EyeHealth
Orbis UK retweeted
“With our dedicated partners, we’re working to ensure no-one has to live with avoidable blindness,” says Kate Gannon @ukorbis. The company, Orbis UK, looked back on the impact of its projects during 2024. Read more insight here: ow.ly/x8Pz50URoTV #OT
Orbis UK retweeted
Tomorrow we are excited to host Mulikat Okanlawon @Elysium_NSA @MSF_uk @Inediz Dan and Babs Izzet #leprosy advocates @ProgrammesTLMGB at a parliament reception co-hosted with @MalariaNTDAPPG to mark #WorldNTDDay ! Follow to hear more, tomorrow at 6pm GMT!
Orbis UK retweeted
This #WorldSightDay, we’re focusing on the importance of #eyecare for young people. Through our #OneVision programme, we've donated £50,000 to @ukorbis to help provide eyecare for over half a million children. @IAPB1
To learn more, contact your BDM or email [email protected].
Orbis UK retweeted
Offering to help a flying eye hospital allows a doctor to improve facilities in developing countries while also sharing life-saving knowledge.
Ian Fleming, a consultant anaesthetist at @KingsCollegeNHS, shares his experiences in this blog:
thedoctor.bma.org.uk/article…
Orbis UK retweeted
🌍✈️With the support of the @MOH_Mongolia, the Orbis Flying Eye Hospital has landed in Mongolia for a three-week training project! This unique initiative aims to empower local eyecare teams and enhance skills in vital eye health areas.
eyenews.uk.com/news/post/orb…
#eyenews @ukorbis
Orbis UK retweeted
Take on the challenge of a lifetime with Orbis UK? 🔥
Over 45,000 people take part in the Great Ethiopian Run every year – 10km like no other, with a real carnival atmosphere along the bustling streets of Addis Ababa 🇪🇹
As part of Orbis UK’s team, you will also have a few days to explore more of the area, including visits to Orbis projects, which your race entry will be helping to support 🌴
By joining us at the 2024 Great Ethiopian Run, you’ll be helping to save sight. You will witness Orbis at work in the local community and visit a local school and water station to see how Orbis is making real change in southern Ethiopia 🌍
Participants will experience life in this fascinating country with traditional dining, entertainment and excursions included 🥁
The trip is scheduled from November 12-19, 2024 🗓️ #ad
👉 gbr.orbis.org/en/events/grea…
Orbis UK retweeted
A fantastic project @Orbis_me 🚴♀️
“With the bicycles provided, we can now extend our reach to remote villages, ensuring more individuals access essential eye care services,” said community eye care champion, Nchimunya Kalangwa. Read 👉 ow.ly/Rrkg50Sh3Bx @OrbisIntl @ukorbis
Tap below to see how we're using the mighty bike to deliver vital eye care in rural Zambia, thanks to @qatar_fund! Thank you @OptometryToday for the great article!
@QCV_Sight @Orbis_Zambia #bicycles #bikes #vision
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Orbis UK retweeted
Did you know 75% of blindness is caused by #cataracts? for $24 you can give the gift of sight .We had the honour of casting for Meta @ukorbis @FundamentalSurg.We traveled across india talking to doctors & patients. Directed by Oscar winner James marsh vimeo.com/946962603 RT
Orbis UK retweeted
#InternationalWomensDay
At Orbis, we’re working hard to help women eye health professionals access best-in-class training and strengthen their role in delivering eye care.
One of those is Dr. Lady from Peru. Read her story below 👇
orbis.org/en/news/2024/inter…
Orbis UK retweeted
We are excited to introduce our charity partner @ukorbis, who are doing incredible work to create a world where everyone has access to the eye care they need to thrive.
Learn more about Orbis UK: gbr.orbis.org/en
Orbis UK retweeted
Today, on #WorldNTDDay, @UKCoalitionNTDs and @MalariaNTDAPPG will be hosting a reception in the Houses of Parliament to raise awareness among UK parliamentarians about NTDs and the disproportionate impact these have on women and girls.
#BeatNTDs
#UniteActEliminate
