- Over
300 drivers and their families benefited from comprehensive screenings for
refractive issues and eye health conditions.
- Roughly
50% of the commercial drivers had issues with near vision, 31% with
distance vision, and 30% had problems with both near and distance vision.
- 150+
spectacles extended by Aloka to the drivers who were diagnosed with vision
issues
Bengaluru,
8th January 2025: ZEISS,
a globally leading player in optics and optoelectronics, conducted an eye
checkup camp for drivers in partnership with Shell India. This initiative was
part of the Aloka Vision Programme by ZEISS, which aims to address issues of
affordability, accessibility, and availability to ensure clear vision for all.
The camp successfully covered over 300 drivers and their families.
During
the camp, it was discovered that 50% of the drivers tested had vision-related
issues. Specifically, around 40% struggled with near-vision issues, 31% had
distance-vision issues, and 30% had both near-vision and distance-vision
issues. Alarmingly, these commercial drivers were unaware of their vision
health problems until they were screened in this eye-checkup drive by ZEISS
India and Shell India.
While
near-vision issues prevailed mostly in the age bracket of 39–52, 31% of
distance-vision problems were found in the age group below 40 years.
Dr
Premjeeth Moodbidri, Head of Aloka Vision Programme by ZEISS, "At ZEISS,
we are dedicated to advancing cutting-edge techniques that address a range of
vision issues, enabling surgeries and treatments to be performed with greater
efficiency and minimal time. Regular eye exams are vital for detecting
prevalent eye conditions, such as cataracts, glaucoma, and refractive issues
like myopia, which, if untreated, can lead to visual impairment or blindness.
Many vision problems can be managed or even reversed with prescribed eyewear. This
awareness camp addresses these preventable conditions and makes accessible,
affordable eye care a reality for underserved communities."
Kartiki Karihaloo, Marketing Manager,
Shell Mobility, India,
“Aligning with our Powering Lives ambition, Shell India is proud to
partner with ZEISS to drive positive change in the lives of commercial drivers.
Our joint initiative seeks to address the critical issue of vision health,
providing drivers with the knowledge, tools, and support needed to protect
their eyesight.”
Most
commercial drivers who were tested had never undergone an eye examination
before, leaving them unaware of their impaired vision. This lack of awareness
poses considerable risks, compromising their safety and increasing the
likelihood of road mishaps due to uncorrected vision issues. The spectacles
provided by ZEISS and Shell India to the drivers will aim at improving their
visual acuity and enhancing road safety.
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more information on ZEISS, please visit www.zeiss.com
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