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Resources

At KCCO, we believe that sharing practical knowledge is just as powerful as delivering care.
Our growing resource library supports eye care professionals, program managers, policymakers, researchers and educators across Africa with tools designed to strengthen systems, train teams and scale sustainable impact.

Whether you’re developing a national plan, launching a hospital program, or conducting training in remote areas. These resources are built to inform and empower your work.

Trachoma

What is trichiasis?

This leaflet explains trichiasis, a condition where eyelashes turn inward and scratch the surface of the eye, often due to scarring from infections like trachoma. If left untreated, trichiasis can lead to corneal scarring and blindness. However, blindness is preventable with early surgery. The recommended treatment is a simple lid rotation surgery, which can be done in local clinics by trained health workers. Pulling out lashes is not a reliable solution, as they grow back and may cause more damage. Women are especially at risk, and anyone experiencing symptoms should seek prompt care to protect their vision.

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Using evidence for VISION 2020 “district” planning

This report summarizes a four-day workshop held at KCCO in Moshi, Tanzania, focused on improving the use of evidence in planning VISION 2020 eye care programs at the district level in Africa. It outlines key data requirements, planning processes, disease-specific strategies, and monitoring mechanisms to ensure effective, data-driven service delivery. The report also emphasizes the importance of stakeholder coordination and the use of updated blindness prevalence estimates to improve planning accuracy and implementation outcomes.

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Articles on Eye Care or Ophthalmology [1995–2018] – Malawi

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A comprehensive collection of peer-reviewed articles from 1995 to 2018 covering eye care and ophthalmology in Malawi. Topics include blindness surveys, cataract surgery, childhood blindness, HIV/AIDS-related eye conditions, malaria retinopathy, trachoma, refractive errors, traditional healing practices, diabetic retinopathy, vitamin A deficiency, and healthcare workforce development. This dataset reflects both clinical and public health perspectives on improving eye health services in Malawi.

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Articles on Eye Care or Ophthalmology [1995–2018] – Mali

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This compilation presents peer-reviewed research on eye care and ophthalmology in Mali from 1995 to 2018, with a primary focus on trachoma and related interventions. Topics include disease prevalence, control strategies, vitamin A deficiency, blindness, retinoblastoma, traditional practices, and the role of the African Institute of Tropical Ophthalmology in training and service delivery.

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Articles on Eye Care or Ophthalmology – Niger [1995–2018]

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A comprehensive overview of eye care research in Niger between 1995 and 2018, this document includes studies on blindness prevalence, trachoma control strategies, mass azithromycin distribution trials, and vitamin A deficiency. The findings reflect public health initiatives, epidemiological trends, and clinical interventions aimed at eliminating avoidable blindness and improving eye health in rural and underserved populations across the country.

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