Insights

How much vision loss is treatable or preventable?

(Opens in a new window) At least 771 million people have vision loss that can be prevented or treated.

In this article, we explain how this number was calculated, and the relationship to previous estimates.

Using data to make comparisons

(Opens in a new window) When reporting the magnitude of vision loss, there are typically three options.

When comparing the rates of vision loss between countries and regions, it is important to understand what statistic to report.

IAPB Evidence Series

(Opens in a new window) The IAPB Evidence Series helps you understand the key stories behind the data through the following resources:
- Magnitude of global vision loss
- Causes of vision loss
- Universal eye health: a global action plan indicators