LVPEI’s ‘Whitathon’ garners strong support
The LV Prasad Eye Institute's fifth edition of 'Whitathon' successfully raised awareness and funds for Retinoblastoma treatment. The event attracted around 280 participants and highlighted the importance of early detection of eye cancer in children. Funds raised will support underprivileged children and future research initiatives.
- ▪The Whitathon was organized to raise awareness about Retinoblastoma and funds for its treatment.
- ▪Around 280 participants took part in the event, demonstrating strong community support.
- ▪Funds raised will be used to treat underprivileged children suffering from Retinoblastoma at no cost.
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The fifth edition of ‘Whitathon’ organised by the LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), to raise awareness about the early detection of Retinoblastoma (eye cancer) in children and funds for its treatment, received overwhelming response on Sunday. The walk organised from Kali Matha Temple to the YMCA on the RK Beach Road saw scores of enthusiastic participants.According to the organisers, the event commemorates the ‘World Retinoblastoma Awareness Week’, observed between May 10 to 16, this year.During the programme, Ocular Oncologist at LVPEI’s GMR Varalakshmi Campus, Dr Suneetha, spoke on the need to create awareness about the symptoms of retinoblastoma among the public.“If you spot a white pupil reflex in a child’s eye, in a flash photograph, immediately consult an ophthalmologist.
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