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As a social service initiative by the Federation of Media Employees’ Trade Union a free eye clinic was held 23rd March ,2026 at the Grace Elders’ Home in Kalubowila. The clinic benefited 30 residents as well as the staff working at the facility.<\/span><\/p>\n

The program was led by Eye Specialist Dr. Asela Abeydeera. During the clinic, it was identified that 15 individuals require cataract surgeries, which the doctor graciously agreed to perform free of charge in the near future.<\/span><\/p>\n

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