Clinical & experimental ophthalmology
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Clin. Experiment. Ophthalmol. · Sep 2011
Multicenter StudyEye health service access and utilization in the National Indigenous Eye Health Survey.
To determine access to and utilization of eye health services for indigenous Australians. ⋯ Eye health services for indigenous Australians need to be provided in culturally appropriate facilities with clear links to the indigenous community to optimize access to care and reduce the prevalence of vision impairment. The adequate provision of accessible eye care services is an important component in 'closing the gap' in vision loss for indigenous Australians.