2026-07-20
Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic World Sight Day Event
Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic is holding a special event from October 13th to 27th to celebrate World Sight Day. The clinic will donate all fundus examination fees for the early detection of the three major blinding diseases (macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy) to the Korea Foundation for the Prevention of Blindness.
Hello. This is Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic.
We have come to share some meaningful new news.
Shall we all find out what this new news is?
October 13th
Do you know what day it is?
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October 13th is none other than!!
‘World Sight Day’
<Source: WORLD SIGHT DAY Official Website>
Let's find out together what World Sight Day is and what it entails!
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World Sight Day is held annually on the second Thursday of October.
The Korean Academy of Ophthalmology used to commemorate ‘Eye Day’ on November 11th each year,
but since 2017, it has been celebrated on the second Thursday of October,
in line with ‘World Sight Day’ as designated by the World Health Organization (WHO).
<Source: WORLD SIGHT DAY Official Website>
The purpose of Eye Day is to ensure that all citizens can enjoy life with healthy eyes,
to provide correct knowledge necessary for maintaining eye health,
to encourage all citizens to strive to eliminate all factors harmful to eye health,
and to raise awareness to correct unfair restrictive notions and systems in society related to eyes.
Indeed, the eye is one of the most important body structures, as people obtain 90% of information through their eyes!
However, our eyes are exposed to harmful environments, and it is not easy to restore vision once it has deteriorated.
Consistent management habits and regular check-ups are absolutely!! necessary.
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A meaningful event prepared by Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic for World Sight Day!!
‘Together, we create a world where everyone can see brightly’
The Korea Foundation for the Prevention of Blindness
is a foundation that makes significant social contributions through various eye-related projects,
such as providing free eye examination support and low vision rehabilitation for low-income individuals,
children, seniors, and foreigners in medically underserved areas with limited access to ophthalmology,
and supporting eye health in underdeveloped countries.
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To celebrate World Sight Day, Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic
will donate the full cost of fundus examinations
for the early detection of the three major blinding diseases (macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy)
to the Korea Foundation for the Prevention of Blindness to take a step towards
creating a ‘world where everyone can see brightly together.’
Take this opportunity to get a thorough examination to check for any abnormalities in your eyes,
and we ask for your active participation to help those in need!
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Event Period
October 13th (Thu) ~ October 27th (Thu)
Approximately 2 weeks
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is World Sight Day?
World Sight Day is held annually on the second Thursday of October. Since 2017, it has been commemorated in accordance with the date set by the World Health Organization (WHO), aiming to promote the eye health of the public.
What is Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic's World Sight Day event?
Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic is holding an event for World Sight Day where the full cost of fundus examinations will be donated to the Korea Foundation for the Prevention of Blindness. Through this, individuals can check their eye health and help those in need.
What is the event period?
The event period runs for approximately two weeks, from Thursday, October 13th to Thursday, October 27th. During this period, you can participate in the donation by undergoing a fundus examination.
What diseases can be detected early with a fundus examination?
A fundus examination can detect the three major blinding diseases: macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. Consistent management and regular check-ups are crucial for these conditions.
Where will the fundus examination fees be donated?
The full cost of the fundus examinations will be donated to the Korea Foundation for the Prevention of Blindness. This foundation supports free ophthalmic examinations for low-income individuals, children, and seniors in medical blind spots.