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    7 Facts about Cataracts

    Globally, cataracts are the leading cause of treatable blindness, accounting for no less than 34% of all cases of blindness globally. Here are 7 facts you may not know about this common condition.

    In the news | April 19th, 2020
  • Nepalese patients doing vision test v5

    Most blindness is solvable! And this Vancouver NGO is making it happen on a global level

    Although most blindness and low vision is preventable or treatable, it still requires substantial investment in sophisticated equipment and training. The problem of avoidable blindness in low-income countries is largely a problem of resource allocation.

    In the news | October 16th, 2019
  • Giving Girls the Power of Sight

    In the news | June 19th, 2019
  • This New West performer is in the spotlight for Motown Meltdown

    In the news | April 5th, 2019
  • Cambodian patients having bandages removed after cataract surgery

    Global Blindness set to triple by 2050

    Research published in the Lancet Global Health predicts that without increased funding and access to eye care services, the number of people worldwide who are blind will rise from 36 million to 115 million by 2050.

    In the news | August 4th, 2017
  • Retiree raises funds for Seva with bread-making workshop

    6 years ago, Pat Hogue started inviting friends into her home to learn how to make artisan bread in exchange for donations to Seva in hopes of raising $300. She has since met and exceeded this goal, raising over $20,000 for Seva!

    In the news | July 18th, 2017
  • 5-year-old Halifax boy on a mission to help 100 kids see

    5-year-old Zachary, one of Seva's youngest supporters, pays it forward with a goal to help 100 blind kids in developing countries see. Help him reach his goal bit.ly/help100kidssee

    In the news | July 5th, 2017
  • pair of Amevie sunglasses on ground next to pool

    Win a pair of sunglasses from Seva's newest corporate partner, Amevie!

    June 27 is International Sunglasses Day and, to celebrate, Amevie is holding a two-week-long summer contest!

    In the news | July 4th, 2017
  • women with bandage over her right eye smiling at camera

    Cataracts are Common and Curable

    June is Cataract Awareness Month. Learn more about this common eye problem and how it can be cured.

    In the news | June 5th, 2017
  • performers on stage at motown meltdown 2016

    Award Winning BC Singer adds Voice to Vancouver Charity Event

    Just back from a recording session at the legendary Muscle Shoals Studios in Alabama, Karen Lee Batten is taking part in the 14th annual Motown Meltdown and performs her new song “I’d rather go blind”

    In the news | May 1st, 2017
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