The testers may also be used for screening elderly patients who are unable to use an eye chart. “Our organization is grateful to receive this grant from the Humana Foundation and look forward to putting the funds to good use with improved, more efficient vision testing for school children,” said Jeannette Russell, Executive Director of Lions Vision Center, Inc. “We’re encouraged that, due to this grant, we will soon be able to expand our services to more people throughout Arizona in need of vision care.” In its seventh year in Arizona, the Humana Communities Benefit program, funded by the Humana Foundation, gives 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Maricopa County the opportunity to receive a one-time grant of $100,000 to create new programs or enhance ongoing activities that have a positive transformational impact on the organization and the community. Proposals align with the Foundation’s funding priorities of childhood health, intergenerational health, and active lifestyles. The Humana Communities Benefit grant provides the opportunity for one nonprofit to create new programs or enhance ongoing activities focused on improving health experiences or building healthy communities. “Vision care is a critical element to one’s health and well-being, but is often overlooked,” said Curt Howell, Humana’s Arizona Employer Group President and co-chairman of the awards program.
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Eye health and vision screening guidelines for adults and children: when should eyes be examined?
Jennifer Aniston will now need an eye exam at age 40. Photo hubpages.com Have you wondered when you should start getting your eyes checked? The answer depends on whether you are experiencing problems with your eyes or your vision, whether you have history of eye problems, or if anyone in your family has eye problems. If you are experiencing any of the following eye symptoms you should see an eye doctor . Blurry vision Double vision See floaters and/or flashing lights See a curtain fall over a field of vision or part of your vision field becomes blurry Experience eye pain, dryness, redness, itching, or irritation Cant wear contact lenses comfortably If you dont have any eye symptoms, but wear glasses and/or contacts you should see an eye doctor.
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Brien Holden Vision Institute Releases A Report on Global Eye Health and Vision Care to Increase Awareness of Avoidable Blindness
Brien Holden Vision Institute is continuously researching and developing breakthrough technologies and products that improve vision in the near- and long-term. Recognizing that these advancements are only helpful if utilized, the Institute has also trained almost 50,000 eye care personnel around the world to administer eye tests and prescribe glasses. “We know that a simple eye test is the first step to maintaining good eye health, and I would encourage everyone to value their vision, and make an appointment to visit their local eye care professional,” said Professor Holden. To learn more about the impact of avoidable blindness worldwide, visit http://www.brienholdenvision.org to view A Vision for All to See: A report on global eye health and vision care. ABOUT THE REPORT ON GLOBAL EYE HEALTH AND VISION CARE Taking care of your eyes is just as important as taking care of the rest of your body.
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