Many causes of blindness can be prevented or treated if caught early.
Do not rub or put unclean things in your eyes. Wash your face and hands to avoid eye infections.
Red, painful eyes with discharge spread fast. Wash hands, do not share towels, and see a health worker.
Sudden loss of sight, an eye injury, or a chemical splash needs care now, rinse a splash with clean water and go to hospital.
Have your eyes checked if you struggle to see far or read. Simple glasses change lives.