The diagnostic accuracy of diabetes retinopathy screening by ophthalmic clinical officers, ophthalmic nurses and county ophthalmologists against a retina specialist in 2 selected county referral hospitals, Kenya.

Background: Diabetes is rapidly becoming a major cause of blindness among Kenyans, with the prevalence of any form of diabetes retinopathy (DR) ranging from 36% to 41%. Globally DR leads as a cause of vision loss in working age adults. In Kenya, specialized examinations are only available at national and some county referral hospitals through retina specialists, ophthalmologists or trained technicians.

Knowledge, practices and perceptions of trachoma and its control among communities of Narok County, Kenya.

Background: Trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness in the world. It is commonly found in cultural groups with poor hygiene. Trachoma control includes urgery, ntibiotics, acial cleanliness and nvironmental Improvement (SAFE).