Strategies to address inequity of uncorrected refractive error in the Western Pacific: A modified Delphi process.

Purpose: Uncorrected refractive error is the leading cause of vision impairment globally; however, little attention has been given to equity and access to services. This study aimed to identify and prioritise: (1) strategies to address inequity of access to refractive error services and (2) population groups to target with these strategies in five sub-regions within the Western Pacific.

Methods: We invited eye care professionals to complete a two-round online prioritisation process.

Access to eye care among adults from an underserved community in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Clinical Relevance: In all countries, there are population groups that are underserved by eye health services. By exploring access to eye care for these communities, optometrists and other eye care providers can promote equitable access to quality eye care, including strengthening patient relationships, and championing inclusive, people-centred services.

Background: New Zealand has very few policies to enable access to primary eye health services.

Vision impairment and differential access to eye health services in Aotearoa New Zealand: protocol for a scoping review.

Introduction: In Aotearoa New Zealand, Māori and Pacific people experience worse health outcomes compared with other New Zealanders. No population-based eye health survey has been conducted, and eye health services do not generate routine monitoring reports, so the extent of eye health inequality is unknown. This information is required to plan equitable eye health services.