Burkina Fasos only eye doctor for children sees the trauma of both play and conflict
In Burkina Faso, a shortage of ophthalmologists and rural concentration leaves many children with treatable eye conditions facing potential blindness. Isaka Diallo's case exemplifies this, his injury worsened due to delayed access to care. Dr. Claudette Yaméogo, the country's only pediatric ophthalmologist, struggles to reach rural communities, where conflict and poverty further limit access to treatment. Early intervention is crucial to prevent lasting vision impairment in children.
