The Noor Dubai Foundation’s national eye health programme achieved a major milestone between 2024 and 2025, recording a 156 percent increase in treatments and a 47 percent rise in free eye screenings across the UAE. This significant growth reflects the foundation’s strengthened commitment to preventing avoidable blindness and improving access to quality eye care, particularly for workers who often face barriers to regular health services.
A key focus of the programme has been prioritising workers, including those in labour-intensive sectors who are more vulnerable to eye strain, injuries, and untreated vision problems. Long working hours, exposure to dust, sunlight, and industrial environments can increase the risk of eye conditions, making early detection and treatment essential. By expanding outreach efforts, Noor Dubai ensured that these groups received timely screenings and medical attention, reducing the likelihood of long-term vision impairment.
The sharp increase in treatments demonstrates the programme’s enhanced capacity to move beyond diagnosis and deliver effective medical care. Individuals identified during screenings were able to access treatment pathways more efficiently, ensuring that eye conditions were managed before they could worsen. This integrated approach highlights the importance of linking preventive care with treatment, rather than limiting efforts to awareness alone.
The growth in free screenings also reflects expanded partnerships and improved service delivery models. Mobile clinics, workplace-based screenings, and collaboration with employers and health authorities enabled Noor Dubai to reach a wider population. These efforts helped remove logistical and financial obstacles that often prevent workers from seeking eye care, ensuring equitable access regardless of income level.
Beyond the immediate health benefits, the programme contributes to broader social and economic outcomes. Improved vision directly supports productivity, safety, and overall quality of life, particularly for workers whose jobs depend on physical accuracy and alertness. By addressing eye health proactively, the initiative also reduces long-term healthcare costs associated with advanced and preventable eye diseases.
Overall, the achievements of Noor Dubai Foundation’s national eye health programme between 2024 and 2025 underline its role as a key contributor to public health in the UAE. The substantial increases in treatments and screenings reflect a targeted, inclusive strategy that places workers’ wellbeing at the centre, reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to accessible healthcare and preventive medicine for all segments of society.
