The Mission to Combat Blindness in Ethiopia

The Mission to Combat Blindness in Ethiopia

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Other, Social Studies, Health Sciences, Biology

4th Grade - University

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The video highlights the blindness crisis in Ethiopia, focusing on Dr. Samuel Bora's efforts to combat it through cataract surgeries. With support from the Tropical Health Alliance Foundation, Dr. Bora has significantly increased the number of surgeries performed, impacting thousands of lives. The video also discusses the challenges faced, partnerships formed, and the expansion of outreach efforts, including the use of a mobile cataract unit to reach rural areas.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Who is Doctor Samuel Bora and what is his specialization?

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What percentage of the blind population in Ethiopia has treatable blindness?

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What is the estimated number of people in Ethiopia in need of cataract surgery?

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What challenges did Doctor Samuel face when he returned to the United States?

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Describe the impact of Doctor Samuel Bora's work on cataract surgery in Ethiopia.

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What was the total number of cataract surgeries performed six years into Doctor Samuel's initiative?

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How did the partnership with Doctor Jim Guzik and Doctor Larry Thomas help Doctor Samuel?

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