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Your Eyes Have 2 Million Parts!
Are you taking care of them?
We know you wouldn’t trade your priceless vision for anything. That’s why your annual comprehensive eye exam is essential for your current and future eye health. Getting your eyes checked isn’t only about seeing 20/20, it’s about life.
Eye fact
Prevent digital eye strain when using any screen with the 20-20-20 Rule! Every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break, and look at something 20 feet away.
FIND A COLORADO EYE DOCTOR
47% of Americans skip their annual eye exam.
You wouldn’t trade your vision for anything, but skipping your annual eye exam for any reason could be jeopardizing your current and future eye health.
Two simple steps:
Vision saving stories
Eye Exam Uncovers Brain Tumor
A 16-year-old patient came in for a routine contact lens check. She had recently been seen by her primary care provider (PCP). When I examined her, I noticed a certain glazed look and proptosis (protruding eyes). When I inquired further, she indicated that she’s been having headaches for the past month and her PCP said it was a migraine.
Vision saving stories
High Stroke Risk Discovered At Eye Exam
During a comprehensive dilated eye exam, a patient told me that part of his vision was blacked out in his right eye. I discovered a branch retinal artery occlusion near his macula. I explained that the blood flow to that area of his retina was blocked and as a result that section of retina had essentially lost function forever. I then expressed to him the need to go to a stroke center at a hospital the next day to assess what kind of stroke risk was present.
Kick Start Your New Year’s Resolution with Your Eye Health!
Now is a great time to get a head start on your New Year’s resolution! What better way to care for your health than starting with your eyes? Scheduling a visit to your optometrist for an annual comprehensive eye exam is even a perfect way to utilize any Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) money you might still have for the year. Talk about killing two birds with one stone! You’ll be able to start the year with crystal clear vision, looking stylish, and having the confidence that your all-over health is in check and all your benefits are used.
Keep your overall health in check
Did you know that optometrists can diagnose over 270 different diseases? The eyes are truly the window to your health. Not only can optometrists help to correct your vision with glasses or contacts, but they will also give you the confidence that your health is moving in the right direction. This is a perfect way to utilize your health benefits before the year-end deadline!
Don’t forget about the rest of the family!
You might think that kids who have received vision exams at school or a pediatrician are totally in the clear with their eye health. However, the fact is that they still should receive a comprehensive eye exam from an optometrist to ensure that more than just their sight is being managed and that no underlying conditions were missed in the initial vision exam. Babies should also be receiving comprehensive eye exams. The InfantSEE program allows participating doctors of optometry to provide a comprehensive infant eye assessment between 6 and 12 months of age free of charge regardless of family income or access to insurance coverage. This means that all Colorado infants qualify for a no-cost comprehensive eye exam at 6-12 months of age. To schedule, simply find your local participating InfantSEE optometrist and schedule.
Correct and protect your vision in style
HSA and FSA funds can be used at your optometrist’s office to purchase new stylish glasses. You could even consider buying a few different pairs to really express all the different angles of your personality while ensuring that you are able to see the world clearly! Sunglasses with or with prescriptions can also be purchased with your benefit funds. Sunglasses are the perfect fashion accessory to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays all year round.
Stock up to see clearly
If you are a contact lens wearer, consider using your benefits to purchase a year’s supply! Set yourself up for success by ensuring that you don’t run out of your prescription lenses when you need them the most. HSA and FSA funds can be used on your corrective contact lenses. Of course, don’t forget about the rest of the family.
Prioritize eye health this year!
The end of the year is the perfect time to use your health benefits before they expire. This will help you be proactive in your eye health and can ensure early diagnosis and proper care for you and your whole family – a perfect way to begin the new year! If you are in need of an optometrist, you can find one near you to schedule an appointment!
Kick Start Your New Year’s Resolution with Your Eye Health!
Now is a great time to get a head start on your New Year’s resolution! What better way to care for your health than starting
Vision Awareness Patch Program
Girl Scout leaders have you heard? There is now an eye health patch that your Girl Scout troop can earn! The Colorado Optometric Association and
Eye Health and Sport Safety
Summer is nearly here, and kids are excited to go out and play! But with this we need to ensure that their eyes and vision
Are Your Eyes Ready for the Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse?
A total solar eclipse¹ will cross the United States on April 4, 2024, passing over Texas, and traveling through Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio,
The Time Has Come to Use Your Health Benefits!
Have you made good use of your health benefits this year? If not, consider using your Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Winter is Coming – So Are Dry Eyes
Brace yourselves, winter is coming and so are dry eyes! Winter weather conditions are one of the leading causes for dry eye symptoms. This is
Eye fact
Eyes heal quickly. With proper care, it only takes about 48 hours for the eye to repair a corneal scratch.