Signify (previously Philips Lighting), the world leader in lighting, and Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara (THKD), a premier healthcare institution, are collaborating to raise awareness about the significance of vision care among Malaysians in support of World Sight Day this year. World Sight Day, observed annually on the second Thursday of October, is a global event dedicated to highlighting eye health concerns and increasing access to quality eye care services. In keeping with this year’s theme, “Love Your Eyes at Work,” the joint efforts of Signify and THKD aim to throw light on the necessity of maintaining healthy vision in the workplace while drawing attention to the prevention of short-sightedness or myopia.
Signify and THKD are collaborating at a time when eye health is more important than ever. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in every two people will develop short-sightedness or myopia by 2050, totaling 5 billion people, while over 2.2 billion people worldwide are currently experiencing vision impairments or blindness, with a significant portion being preventable or treatable through early intervention.
Signify prioritizes eye comfort as it seeks to optimize solutions that combine an in-depth understanding of consumer demands, lighting application knowledge, and scientific insights. Philips EyeComfort LEDs are tested for flicker, glare, stroboscopic effect, photobiological safety, dimmability, tuning, and color rendering, resulting in attractive, high-quality illumination that is easy on the eyes.
The first step toward workplace vision care is to pick suitable lighting, which helps prevent eye strain. Natural lighting is preferred for workstations since it decreases visual strain and headaches, as well as helping to alleviate stress and sleepiness while working. Signify’s revolutionary NatureConnect function aids in the replication of natural sunshine.
Signify and THKD are committing to World Sight Day by using a diverse approach to promote awareness and support the cause. This involves spreading the word, sharing practical eye care suggestions, and engaging with their respective consumers and patients through the use of internet platforms. To urge Malaysians to be more proactive about their eye health at work, THKD will perform free eye screenings this month for two days, including vision testing, eye pressure checks, and computer eye strain evaluation.
“We are delighted to join hands with THKD for this year’s World Sight Day to emphasize the significance of vision care in the workplace. Vision is a gift, and we believe it is our responsibility to help Malaysians protect this gift,” said Sukanto Aich, CEO of Signify Malaysia.
“By illuminating insights and sharing more about our EyeComfort LEDs which promote eye health, we aim to inspire people to take better care of their vision at work,” enthused Sukanto.
THKD CEO Nadiah Wan said, “At THKD, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare services. Eye health is a critical aspect of overall well-being, and we are pleased to combine our efforts with Signify to create awareness and improve access to eye care services. Together, we aim to create meaningful awareness.”
“Eye Health @ Thomson Hospital offers general comprehensive ophthalmology services, with a focus on pediatric and vitreoretinal ophthalmology and is at the forefront of screening, diagnosing, and managing various eye conditions. Our team of Ophthalmologists and Optometrists ensure patients receive comprehensive and compassionate care tailored to their unique needs. Recognising that early detection and intervention are crucial, THKD continues to innovate and set new standards in eye care,” added Nadiah Wan.
Join Signify and THKD as they combine their experience in lighting and healthcare to highlight the significance of vision care at work on World Sight Day. They seek to motivate individuals to prioritize their eyesight and take actions toward better eye health in the workplace by pooling their efforts.
On the 16th and 17th of October, from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., the public is welcome to THKD for free eye screening (vision assessment, eye pressure monitoring, and computer eye strain evaluation). Visitors who participate in the eye test will receive a 10% discount coupon on chosen optometry services on a first-come, first-served basis.