Pediatric Eye Health‐Seeking Behavior in Ghana: A Community‐Based Cross‐Sectional Study

Background and Aims: Childhood visual impairment remains a major public health concern in low-and-middle income settings, including Ghana, where timely intervention can prevent avoidable vision loss. Although Ghana's National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) aims to reduce financial barriers, pediatric eye health-seeking behavior among caregivers is poorly understood. This study assessed determinants of pediatric eye care-seeking behavior across multiple districts in Ghana. Methods: < 0.05). Results: = 0.025), relative to children who had never undergone an eye examination. Socio-demographic factors, including education, income, and insurance status, showed no significant associations. Conclusion: Overall, the study identified limited utilization of pediatric eye care services that is influenced by settlement type and previous engagement, rather than socioeconomic status. Strengthening community-based outreach and embedding pediatric eye care into primary healthcare can enhance early intervention and reduce avoidable childhood visual impairment.