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The SEGi Optometry Club (SOC) extended its commitment to community well-being through the Panching Village Health & Eye Screening, held on 21 September 2025 at Dewan Orang Ramai, Panching Village in Kuantan.
Organised in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Kuantan, the Health Department of Pahang, Pfizer Malaysia Sdn Bhd, and the local Ketua Kampung, the event brought healthcare directly to residents who often face barriers to access. Rooted in the spirit of service and inclusion, the initiative supported the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals — particularly ensuring good health and reducing inequalities — by bringing essential screening services to an underserved community.
Throughout the day, the hall transformed into a lively health hub where approximately 200 to 300 villagers from Panching and neighbouring areas received free health checks and eye screenings. Eighteen SEGi Optometry students, guided by two lecturers from the Faculty of Optometry and Vision Sciences, conducted visual acuity assessments, refractive evaluations, and ocular health checks. Spectacles were dispensed to those who needed corrective lenses, offering immediate improvements in daily functioning. Individuals requiring further examination were referred to SEGi Eye-care or nearby hospitals for continued care.
For the students, this experience extended far beyond clinical practice. It became an immersion into real-world service — a chance to engage with diverse communities, strengthen communication, and cultivate the empathy essential in healthcare. This deeper exposure reflects SEGi’s commitment to experiential learning and supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) by equipping students with the skills and values needed to serve society responsibly.
The presence of healthcare partners and community leaders reinforced the collective effort behind preventive health. Through education, early detection, and accessible care, the initiative demonstrated how collaborative outreach can reduce avoidable vision problems and improve quality of life.
As villagers left with clearer vision, better awareness, and access to follow-up support, the impact of the screening was unmistakable: meaningful change happens when education, healthcare, and community work hand in hand.
The Panching Village screening stands as a reminder that eye health is more than a medical priority — it is a shared responsibility. Through initiatives like this, SEGi continues to nurture future practitioners who understand that caring for sight begins with caring for people.
Acara ini menyokong Matlamat Pembangunan Mampan (SDG) Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu berikut:
SDG 3 – Kesihatan dan Kesejahteraan yang Baik
SDG 4 – Pendidikan Berkualiti
SDG 10 – Ketaksamaan Berkurangan
