Ensuring rural kids maintain clear vision

By Dr ADRI SHAFIT and Dr AMALINA SHUKRI

A student in Kota Bahru gets her vision tested during one of USM's eye health screening programmes. — Photos: Dr ADRI SHAFIT

Vision is one of the five senses gifted to humans, as well as other beings, to explore this beautiful Earth.

It can be crucial for survival, allowing humans to decide what to do in a fight-or-flight situation.

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