Health ministry raises concern over rising cataract cases
In Uganda, Wasomoka said cataracts are more prevalent among elderly people of 50 years and above, comprising about 54.1% of the total eye surgeries performed annually.
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Wasomoka said while cataracts do not directly cause death, the resulting blindness can severely affect quality of life and increase the risk of accidents.
By Paul Kiwuuwa
Journalists @New Vision
KAMPALA - The Ministry of Health has raised concern over rising cases of eye diseases, specifically cataracts, which are the leading cause of blindness in Uganda.
Dr Alex Wasomoka,