In 2009. Vision 2020, on behalf of its members has commissioned a report from the independent economic analysts, Access Economics Pty Limited to update Clear Insight (2004) – a report outlining the economic impact and cost of vision loss in Australia.
Clear Focus (2009) provides data and updated projections of the economic impact and cost to government, industry and the community of vision loss in Australia.
Many Australians are needlessly experiencing vision loss and blindness. By addressing uncorrected refractive error and cataract alone, three quarters of those with vision loss in Australia could have their sight restored.
Low vision and rehabilitation services are critical for people with vision loss and are central to improving quality of life and reducing barriers to full participation within the community.