Publications by authors named "Joy Margaret Woodhouse"

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  • - This study measured the vision health of over 2,000 students in Edo State, Nigeria, focusing on identifying the burden of blindness and vision impairment in schoolchildren, as well as their visual acuity (VA) needs for classroom learning.
  • - The research found that while the majority of students had better VA than what their classrooms required, around 11% of students in each class had vision that fell short, potentially hindering their learning experiences.
  • - Factors such as age and school type influenced VA demand, highlighting the necessity for regular vision screenings and timely referrals to ensure that all students can effectively learn in their educational environments.
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