{"id":56814,"date":"2025-08-22T16:09:54","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T10:39:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/22\/on-world-senior-citizens-day-milind-soman-and-centre-for-sight-highlight-eye-care-awareness\/"},"modified":"2025-08-22T16:09:54","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T10:39:54","slug":"on-world-senior-citizens-day-milind-soman-and-centre-for-sight-highlight-eye-care-awareness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newswiredelhi.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/22\/on-world-senior-citizens-day-milind-soman-and-centre-for-sight-highlight-eye-care-awareness\/","title":{"rendered":"On World Senior Citizen\u2019s Day, Milind Soman and Centre for Sight Highlight Eye\u00a0Care\u00a0Awareness"},"content":{"rendered":"
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New Delhi [India], August 21:<\/strong> <\/span>On World Senior Citizens\u2019 Day, Centre for Sight, India\u2019s leading network of super-speciality eye hospitals, is calling attention to the urgent need for timely intervention in age-related eye diseases. With over 140 million Indians above the age of 60, nearly one in three faces visual impairment, a challenge that threatens both independence and quality of life.<\/p>\n

Globally, 80 percent of blindness is considered avoidable. Yet myths and delayed care continue to cost seniors their sight. Cataract, the leading cause of blindness in India, can now be corrected through advanced bladeless, robotic laser surgery performed as a same-day procedure. Glaucoma, often known as the \u201csilent thief of sight,\u201d advances without early symptoms, while diabetic retinopathy and retinal diseases are also on the rise.<\/p>\n

To raise awareness, Centre for Sight has partnered with fitness icon Milind Soman, who embodies active ageing and holistic wellness. The campaign reminds families that overall health is incomplete without regular eye check-ups.<\/p>\n

\u201cEye health defines dignity, confidence, and independence in old age,\u201d said\u00a0Dr. Mahipal S. Sachdev, Chairman & Medical Director, Centre for Sight Group of Eye Hospitals<\/strong>. \u201cNo one should accept poor vision as an inevitable part of ageing, because with today\u2019s technology and expertise, they don\u2019t have to.\u201d<\/p>\n

Femto-second robotic laser cataract surgery now offers patients greater safety, speed, and precision. Combined with advanced intraocular lenses (IOLs), many seniors are able to regain clear vision and reduce dependence on glasses, enhancing their ability to lead active lives.<\/p>\n

Centre for Sight emphasizes that responsibility for elder care extends beyond medicines and nutrition. Regular eye check-ups can prevent blindness and preserve independence. Early signs such as blurred vision, dull colors, halos at night, or difficulty reading should never be ignored.<\/p>\n

Watch the campaign film here:\u00a0<\/a>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=y7k8hHvEMkg<\/a><\/p>\n

About Centre for Sight<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Established in 1996, Centre for Sight has grown into one of India\u2019s largest networks of super-speciality eye hospitals. With over 85 centers, more than 350 doctors trained at premier institutes, and 12 lakh patients served annually, the network provides advanced, ethical, and patient-first eye care. Its specialties span cataract surgery, glaucoma, retinal diseases, corneal disorders, pediatric ophthalmology, oculoplasty, and eye trauma care. The guiding philosophy remains simple: Every eye deserves the best.<\/em><\/p>\n

If you object to the content of this press release, please notify us at pr.error.rectification@gmail.com. We will respond and rectify the situation within 24 hours.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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