Context
In Taiwan, according to domestic research, glaucoma and retinal macular degeneration are the two major causes of blindness. Local doctors stated that more than 320 000 of people in Taiwan have glaucoma and people are affected by glaucoma with a growth of 72% in the last decade. One out of every ten people suffers from macular disease in the age group of 60 or above. And between 70-75 years old, the percentage has reached 30%
For these two eye diseases, early detection could, in most cases, eliminate the risk of blindness.
Supported project
In 2021-2022, L'OCCITANE Taiwan and the Foundation continue to support the Light of Love association for its project to promote eye health for local communities in Taiwan. Free screenings are organized in order to detect as soon as possible the potential pathologies from which the populations suffer.
In addition, educational events are organized with the aim of highlighting the importance of eye health and raising awareness of the first do-it-yourself eye screening procedures, particularly to detect glaucoma and retinal macular degeneration.
Some figures
Budget 10,000 euros
Result 9,491 beneficiaries
