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How wearing glasses can improve the economy
A simple solution which improves literacy, job prospects, and keep families safe.
Without being able to see clearly, people in low and middle income countries can find it difficult to secure a job or support their family.
Globally around one billion people need to wear glasses but do not have access to them. We look at what’s being done to help.
Producer / presenter: Sam Fenwick
(Image: Ankit Sharma; Credit: Ankit Sharma)
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Tue 11 Apr 202307:32GMT
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