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In Santiago, Chile, Dr. Kenneth Johnson is at the forefront of pediatric and adult ophthalmology, working tirelessly to address gaps in early detection of paediatric eye diseases including retinoblastoma (RB), the most common eye cancer affecting young children. During a recent conversation with Megan Webber, …

Dr. Okonokhua Oziengbe, known fondly as Dr. Ozy, is a man on a mission. As an optometrist, humanitarian, and passionate advocate for pediatric cancer awareness, he has dedicated his life to ensuring that children in Nigeria have access to early detection and treatment of life-threatening …

Hi, I’m Priti and I started my journey in eye care in 2008 after completing my Diploma in  Optometry and started working at various eye care institutions. L V Prasad Eye Institute  (LVP) was a milestone in my life as it truly transformed my perspective. …

Dr. Obiageli Oketta, a licensed optometrist with a background in clinical practice, academia, and public health, recently had an insightful discussion with Ruth Ngaruiya, Program Manager at KnowTheGlow. Based in Nigeria, she has dedicated her career to providing quality eye care services, educating future optometrists, …

Strengthening Eye Health for Children and Adults Through Strategic Collaboration: Harvard University and Regional Partners in Uganda The collaboration between the Harvard University Medical Eye Team, Ruharo Mission Hospital (RMH), and Mbarara University Regional Eye Centre (MURHEC)—Department of Ophthalmology, which began in 2015, highlights a …

Bukenya Martin, founder and director of Spero Child International, recently had an insightful discussion with Ruth Ngaruiya, Program Manager at Know the Glow. As a passionate advocate for vulnerable children, Bukenya has dedicated his life to transforming young lives in Uganda and beyond. His unwavering …

A groundbreaking initiative in genetic screening is changing the landscape of early diagnosis for rare diseases, and KnowTheGlow (KTG) had the opportunity to learn more about its potential impact. In a recent meeting, KTG Co-Founder Megan Webber, Board Member Cindy Mays, and Director of Global …

In the fight against childhood cancer, early detection is often the difference between life and death. It is a battle that KnowTheGlow (KTG) and the Uganda Child Cancer Foundation (UCCF) are both determined to win. Recently, KTG’s Program Manager for Africa, Ruth Ngaruiya, and Director …

Pemije Emmanuel Gadimoh is a dedicated Doctor of Optometry candidate at the University of Benin, Nigeria. With a strong passion for eye care, patient education, and global health initiatives. As the Founder and President of OPTOGLOBE, he has established and led a global network of …

Megan Webber, Co-Founder of KnowTheGlow (KTG), recently connected with Molly Pyott of the David and Molly Pyott Foundation to further explore their shared dedication to combating preventable blindness and advancing eye care education in sub-Saharan Africa. Helene Dameris, Director of Global Outreach for KTG, was …