This week we went to Ramtha every day to work on the diabetic retinopathy project. The people who had high glucose readings on the random tests given over the last two weeks were asked to come to the clinic for a second test and an eye exam.
This man was so cute dressed in his traditional clothing, I couldn't resist taking his picture. He brought his wife to the clinic.
People were asked to fast before they have the second test. Arabic people know what it means to fast.
Volunteer ophthalmologists from the JUST University examined the patients with equipment donated by LDS Charities. People were counseled about what to do if they need further treatment.
We have tested approximately 3500 people and close to 30% have high blood sugar.
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