Combat Blindness International

Combat Blindness International Combat Blindness International is dedicated to alleviating preventable blindness around the world.

After spending years traveling throughout India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Kenya, Dr. Suresh Chandra realized many of the problems with blindness in these countries could be cured with a simple 20-minute cataract surgery at a cost of only $25.

Access to eye care is a critical part of women’s health.Through programs like the Certified Ophthalmic Paramedic Program...
05/15/2026

Access to eye care is a critical part of women’s health.

Through programs like the Certified Ophthalmic Paramedic Program and the Aadya Initiative, women are not only receiving care but becoming providers of care in their communities.

These programs create opportunity, independence, and lasting impact.

When mothers are supported, families and communities thrive.Access to eye care helps people around the world live more i...
05/10/2026

When mothers are supported, families and communities thrive.

Access to eye care helps people around the world live more independently, care for loved ones, continue working, and fully participate in everyday life. This Mother’s Day, we celebrate mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and all those whose strength and care shape the lives around them.

Happy Mother’s Day from Combat Blindness International!

"When I think back to elementary school, one of the most comforting constants was the school nurse. They were the ones w...
05/08/2026

"When I think back to elementary school, one of the most comforting constants was the school nurse. They were the ones who gave me a band-aid when I fell, a calm voice when I was upset, and a quiet place to just breathe when the day felt heavy. That kind of care stays with you.

This Nurses Week, I’m so grateful for the MMSD school nurses who do the same for students every single day. Take time this week to thank a nurse in your life!"

- Olivia, CBI Marketing and Communications Manager

Today, we recognize the nurses and eye care professionals who make sight-saving care possible every day.

From supporting cataract surgeries to conducting screenings and guiding patients through their care, their work is essential at every step.

We are grateful for the dedication and compassion they bring to patients around the world.

📸 Pictured: CBI Board Member, Heidi Lucarelli, demonstrating to students at One City Preschool how we use the Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener to check if their eyes are healthy. Moments like these show how early screenings can make a lasting difference.

Reena, Margaret, and Olivia last year in Hubli, India, visiting the amazing team at Jayapriya Hospital. Seeing the missi...
04/28/2026

Reena, Margaret, and Olivia last year in Hubli, India, visiting the amazing team at Jayapriya Hospital. Seeing the mission up close is a reminder of the change that can happen when people come together.



Reena Chandra

Last month, Reena Chandra had the opportunity to speak at the International Women's Day Celebration held by the Women's ...
04/20/2026

Last month, Reena Chandra had the opportunity to speak at the International Women's Day Celebration held by the Women's Forum, part of the Indian Association of Naples in Florida. There, she shared the work of Combat Blindness International and the impact of expanding access to eye care around the world, as well as empowering women through training and education.

It was an inspiring gathering filled with meaningful conversations, new connections, and incredible women who are passionate about making a difference.

Grateful for the opportunity to connect and grow this community.

Shankrappa, 59, from Nalwadi Village, faced immense challenges after losing his leg nearly two decades ago. Recently, hi...
04/17/2026

Shankrappa, 59, from Nalwadi Village, faced immense challenges after losing his leg nearly two decades ago. Recently, his vision began to fade, making daily life even more difficult.

Through a free eye camp by Jayapriya Hospital, he was diagnosed with a cataract and received sight-restoring surgery supported by Combat Blindness International.

Today, Shankrappa can see clearly again. While life is still not easy, his renewed vision has brought confidence, independence, and hope.

This is the impact of access to care.

Women account for 64% of the world's blindness.Too often, women's health concerns are overlooked, and vision is no excep...
04/01/2026

Women account for 64% of the world's blindness.

Too often, women's health concerns are overlooked, and vision is no exception. Women account for 64% of the world's blindness, yet this disparity rarely makes headlines. April is Women's Eye Health and Safety Month. Access to care, early screenings, and awareness can save a woman's sight and her independence.

At Combat Blindness International, we are working to close this gap by training women as eye care providers, expanding access to screenings, and bringing care directly to communities through programs like the Aadya Initiative.

Happy ! Behind every patient who sees their family clearly for the first time are doctors and healthcare staff who made...
03/30/2026

Happy ! Behind every patient who sees their family clearly for the first time are doctors and healthcare staff who made it possible. We're proud to work alongside extraordinary physicians who believe sight is a human right and who show up every day to prove it.
Tag a doctor who inspires you!

Happy World Optometry Day! At Combat Blindness International, we know firsthand that eye care saves lives and restores t...
03/23/2026

Happy World Optometry Day! At Combat Blindness International, we know firsthand that eye care saves lives and restores them. The majority of blindness worldwide is preventable or treatable. That's why we're committed to ensuring everyone has access to a basic eye exam and follow-up eye care. Today, we celebrate every optometrist and eye care hero making that mission possible.

It's heartbreaking to acknowledge that 2 million children worldwide are blind. Many of these kids live in low-income are...
03/18/2026

It's heartbreaking to acknowledge that 2 million children worldwide are blind. Many of these kids live in low-income areas, where access to proper eye care is a luxury. At Combat Blindness International, we've been dedicated to combating preventable blindness for the past 41 years, with pediatric eye care as a major priority. We invite you to learn more, and together, we can screen more children and ensure they receive timely diagnosis and treatment. You can truly make a difference in these children's lives by giving the gift of sight.

www.combatblindness.org/pediatrics



Reena Chandra

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