Community eye-worker program in Nepal
Part of Eyes & vision, Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a village-based approach to bring eye care closer to older community members. If you live in the right area and are willing to participate, it may help improve access to eye screening and services.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You live in the catchment area of Bharatpur Eye Hospital or Lumbini Eye Institute
- Your area can be reached by a regular (non-4WD) vehicle
- You live in an urban or peri-urban (near-city) area
- You are 60 years old or older
- You were living in the community during the census period
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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