When a 27-year-old man walked into a vision screening in Encarnación, Paraguay, he expected a basic eye exam. What he got was life-saving care.

When a 27-year-old man walked into a vision screening in Encarnación, Paraguay, he expected a basic eye exam. He had been struggling with worsening eyesight and constant headaches, and he came hoping for a simple solution, maybe a pair of glasses.

What he got was life-saving care. Thanks to a powerful tool called fundus photography, GoodVision Paraguay was able to go beyond standard vision testing. In just minutes, they captured an image of the back of his eye and spotted signs of a much more serious issue: swelling that suggested pressure on the brain.

He was immediately referred for a CT scan, which revealed a brain tumor causing hydrocephalus, a dangerous buildup of fluid. Within weeks, he underwent neurosurgery. Not only did the surgery relieve his pain and improve his vision, but it also likely saved his life.

After treatment, he was given prescription glasses through the program, his first clear view in years, and his outlook is now brighter than ever.

This story is a powerful reminder of why vision screenings matter. With the right tools, the right people, and the support of the GoodVision community, we are not just helping people see better, we are helping them live better.

This is why every dollar donated to GoodVision creates ripple effects far beyond what we can measure.