August, 2026

August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, and as students return to school, it’s a good idea to schedule an eye exam. Children don’t always know what normal vision looks like, so they might not realize that they are struggling to see things their peers can see clearly.

WELLNESS

How to Be Proactive about Children’s Eye Health and Safety

If a child isn’t complaining about their eyesight, it can be easy to miss vision challenges. Regular eye exams prevent consequences from leaving childhood vision difficulties untreated.

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Eye Exams During Back to School Season

Vision screenings are just the first step.

Back to School season is incredibly busy, so why should you add another appointment to this hectic time of year? As students start their school year, it is a good time to confirm whether or not they need glasses, need adjustments to their prescription, or if they are ready to use contact lenses.

 

Pediatrician offices and school nurses do conduct vision screenings, but they aren’t the same as an eye exam. Comprehensive eye exams can catch issues like eye tracking problems or focusing errors (like astigmatism) that won’t show up in for a child who can identify letters or shapes on an eye chart.

 

This August, give your student the best start to the school year by scheduling a comprehensive eye exam. Clear vision and comfortable glasses or contacts ensure they can transition smoothly into the classroom feeling confident, focused, and ready to learn!

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