American Optometric Association

Lazy eye affects about two to three out of every 100 children in the U.S. Do your patients know the symptoms to look for in their kids? Share these 7 silent signs:

Despite a challenging year, the Health Care Alliance for Patient Safety (APS) served as an advocacy force in contact lens debates and recently welcomed Alcon as its newest member. Learn more highlights: https://bit.ly/soc-fb-1220-adv-cid-218

The average adult now spends more than 13 hours per day in front of a screen. Are you one of them? Here's how prolonged use of digital devices can affect your eyes:

Whether it’s binging sappy Hallmark movies, hunting for holiday deals online, or staring at the next gen graphics on your new game console, increased screen time can mean increased eye strain! Follow the 20-20-20 rule to give them a break. bit.ly/3rnbMXh

This man went to the hospital with a bubble in his eye close to the site of a 40-year-old glass injury. Read his story:

Is there a correlation between elevated ocular surface disease index (OSDI) scores and diminished workplace productivity? This study says yes: https://bit.ly/soc-fb-1220-cli-cid-215

The Federal Trade Commission's Contact Lens Rule has led many sellers to fulfill the verification requirement by using robocalls. Yet, electronic communication is far more reliable and should be implemented to keep consumers safe instead. Here's why: https://nclnet.org/congress-contact-lens-industry

The AOA would like to thank all veterans who serve our country, as well as our Armed Forces Optometric Society (AFOS) member doctors who serve all over the globe, delivering eye health care in various settings to active-duty and retired military personnel, their dependents, underserved populations and disaster victims. Read how AFOS has delivered eye care through federal services for five decades: https://bit.ly/soc-fb-1120-ins-cid-201

Researchers say people with a history of anxiety and/or depression may be at increased risk of developing glaucoma. Find out more: https://www.reviewofoptometry.com//anxiety-depression-tied

In these uncertain times, it's important to identify ways to improve patients' overall quality of life. Learn how contact lens innovation is making an impact: https://bit.ly/soc-fb-1120-cli-cid-200

A new phenomenon is emerging in the era of COVID-19: reports of mask-associated dry eye (MADE). Here's what you need to know about this condition:

Now more than ever, optometrists need to take an active role in the evolution of telemedicine. That's why the AOA Board of Trustees has spearheaded a new position statement. Read key excerpts here: https://bit.ly/soc-fb-1120-adv-cid-199

Approximately 4.1 million Americans have diabetic retinopathy, but if caught early, significant vision loss can usually be avoided. Learn more and get the risk factors. https://bitly.com/3jYiGhD #DiabetesAwarenessMonth

AOA is remembering National Optometric Association (NOA) Cofounder and past President C. Clayton Powell, O.D., as a local civil rights advocate and a champion for the inclusion of Black students and doctors in the field of optometry. Read more: http://bit.ly/soc-fb-1120-ins-cid-198

Be aware: Studies reveal it's possible to get COVID-19 through your eyes. Learn how wearing goggles, face shields and other eye PPE may help reduce the risk of transmission:

While 2020 was supposed to be the year of the comprehensive eye exam, the COVID-19 crisis changed everything. Still, AOA adjusted its plans to educate millions of Americans on the importance of vision care. Here's how: http://bit.ly/soc-fb-1120-adv-cid-197

Are there any mammals other than humans that have eyes with a white sclera? Find out with this guide:

"It’s clear from this overwhelming and unified response that our profession demands to be heard in this debate," says AOA President William T. Reynolds, O.D., about the Contact Lens Rule Modernization Act gaining new senatorial support. Find out more: http://bit.ly/soc-fb-1120-adv-cid-196

Are your patients getting a headache from their new glasses? Learn why this may happen and what they can do to help ease the discomfort:

The FBI says ransomware assaults are threatening the U.S. health care systempotentially harming patient care as nationwide cases of COVID-19 surge. Stay informed, find out how to prevent attacks and report suspicious activity: https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ncas/alerts/aa20-302a