Stocks of Intraocular Lenses depleted in Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka is currently facing a shortage of Intraocular Lenses, which are used for treating cataracts and addressing various vision problems through eye implantation.

According to the online drug availability platform, 'Swastha', both the Medical Supplies Division and hospitals in Sri Lanka are reporting a complete absence of Intraocular Lenses in their stocks.

Recognizing the urgency of the situation, the Health Ministry has taken immediate action to procure additional supplies of Intraocular Lenses worth Rs. 09 million.

Meanwhile, sources from the National Eye Hospital and several other hospitals told the Daily Mirror that no hindrances have been caused so far to the surgeries, as they are managing with the limited stocks. (Sheain Fernandopulle)

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BUSHEL Sunday, 27 August 2023 09:04 PM

Throughout the years since 1980 Intraocular lenses stocks have been at varying levels that has kept patients on waiting list but situation managed. I have experienced with people with whom I associate. Since orders has been placed no need to get alarmed.

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Jehan Monday, 28 August 2023 08:10 AM

Is Keheliya playing with people's life. Why is he so irresponsible????

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Subodina Monday, 28 August 2023 08:11 AM

Unbelievable. They want to wait until the last moment to announce this. Shame

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Hard Truth Monday, 28 August 2023 06:51 PM

Time for Keheliya to play with commis

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