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New
Vision Screening Rules for Maryland Public Schoolchildren
 Parents
should note that a new law goes into effect on October 1 that
changes the vision screening requirements for all Maryland public
schoolchildren. FIND
OUT MORE |
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Begin
a Lifetime of Healthy Vision for Your Infant Today
Parents
are encouraged to include a trip to the optometrist in the list
of well-baby check-ups. Over 100 MOA-member optometrists have
volunteered to provide no-cost infant eye and vision assessments
before the age of one. Use AOA's Dr. Locator to find an InfantSEE®
doctor near you. SEARCH NOW |
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Impact
of Computer Use on Children's Vision
Children
can experience many of the same symptoms related to computer
use as adults. Extensive viewing of the computer screen can
lead to eye discomfort, fatigue, blurred vision and headaches.
However, some unique aspects of how children use computers may
make them more susceptible than adults to the development of
these problems. CLICK HERE |
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Get
Ready for School, Visit Your Local Optometrist
The
first day of school is just around the corner, and most parents
are busily making their way through a list of “to-dos”:
school clothes and supplies shopping and appointments for immunizations
and physicals. Is a visit to the optometrist on your list? FIND
OUT WHY IT SHOULD BE |
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Steps
You Can Take to Help Your Baby's Vision Develop
Your
baby has a whole lifetime to see and learn. But, did you know
your baby also has to learn to see? As a parent, there are many
things that you can do to help your baby's vision develop. CLICK
HERE TO SEE WHAT STEPS YOU CAN TAKE |
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The
Difference Between Vision Screenings & Exams
Both
vision screenings and vision exams are important tools when
it comes to your children's health. However, both serve different
purposes. TAKE A LOOK
AT WHAT EACH ENTAILS TO GET A BETTER UNDERSTAING OF HOW THEY
DIFFER |
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Toys,
Games, and Your Child's Vision
Both
vision screenings and vision exams are important tools when
it comes to your children's health. However, both serve different
purposes. TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT
EACH ENTAILS TO GET A BETTER UNDERSTAING OF HOW THEY DIFFER
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What
Parents Need to Know About Preschool Vision
There
are everyday things that you can do at home to help your preschooler's
vision develop as it should. An optometric examination for your
childs is also a critical step. FIND
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Vision's
Role in School-Age Children's Learning
A
good education for your child means good schools, good teachers
and good vision. Your child's eyes are constantly in use in
the classroom and at play. So when his or her vision is not
functioning properly, learning and participation in recreational
activities will suffer. FIND
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