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Partners in prevention.

P S Peters

    Journal of Ophthalmic Nursing & Technology
    |September 1, 1990
    PubMed
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    The National Society to Prevent Blindness (NSPB) works to preserve sight through education, community services, and research. Their planning process involves identifying needs, setting objectives, and implementing methods for blindness prevention.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Ophthalmology
    • Health Education

    Background:

    • The National Society to Prevent Blindness (NSPB), established in 1908, is a long-standing organization dedicated to preventing blindness.
    • NSPB employs a multifaceted approach encompassing public and professional education, community services, and research.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the mission and operational strategies of the National Society to Prevent Blindness.
    • To describe the interventions utilized by NSPB for sight preservation and blindness prevention.

    Main Methods:

    • Interventions include awareness campaigns, advocacy, educational programs, community outreach, information dissemination, and referral services.
    • Program planning and implementation follow a structured process analogous to the nursing process and scientific method.

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  • The process initiates with assessing local needs and available resources.

    • Main Results:

    • The NSPB utilizes a comprehensive strategy involving education, community services, and research to prevent blindness.
    • Program development is systematic, starting with needs assessment and resource identification.
    • Objectives and methods are established to guide blindness prevention efforts.

    Conclusions:

    • The NSPB's systematic approach to blindness prevention is effective.
    • A structured planning process is crucial for successful public health interventions in sight preservation.
    • Continued efforts in education, community services, and research are vital for preventing blindness.