Prevent Blindness IA

Did you know that vision loss is as much a mental health journey as a physical one? @PBA_savingsight launched the Mental Wellness and Vision Loss video series to offer support, hope, and practical information for individuals adjusting to vision loss, as well as for those supporting them. The series features blind and visually impaired (BVI) mental health therapists who uniquely bridge two worlds: lived experience with vision loss and professional mental health practice. Through their stories and insights, they explore how these perspectives intersect and inform their work. Check it out here: lowvision.preventblindness.org/mental-wellnes… #mentalhealth #preventblindness #aspectprogram

@PBA_savingsight is your partner in eye health! For all your vision health needs, Prevent Blindness is here. No matter your age, we’ve got your best eyes in sight! Learn about our “Best Eyes for Life” campaign: preventblindness.org/besteyes/ #preventblindness #besteyes #eyehealth

Early detection saves lives. That’s why I worked to pass the bipartisan MCED Screening Coverage Act, creating a path for Medicare to cover new multi-cancer screening tests. As a physician, I’ll keep focused on expanding access to early diagnosis. thegazette.com/opinion/letter…

April is Women's Eye Health and Safety Month! 💜 According to the “Eye Health for Women and Girls” report from @IAPB1, globally, women have greater barriers to accessing eye care services. Women face many of the same barriers to eye care as men - like cost, fear, and distance - but these are often compounded by gender-specific challenges such as limited education, reduced decision-making power, and less access to financial resources, increasing their risk of avoidable blindness. Learn more: preventblindness.org/womens-eye-hea… #womenshealth #preventblindness

April is Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month! @PBA_savingsight urges you to protect your eyes from infections by never sharing eye cosmetics. For more information, visit PreventBlindness.org. #eyehealth #preventblindness #eyeinfection #womenshealth

March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month! Can looking at digital screens lead to eyestrain? 💻 Spending time on screens can contribute to eyestrain due to factors like eye fatigue, dry eyes, poor lighting, or improper posture while using devices. Common symptoms include sore or irritated eyes and trouble focusing. In some cases, these symptoms may also signal a need for glasses or an updated prescription. Check out tips from @PBA_savingsight: preventblindness.org/digital-device… #eyehealth #eyestrain #preventblindness

Our “Best Eyes” Iris and Cornelius remind us that 90% of eye injuries are preventable. 👁️ Whether at work or play, protect your eyes and practice proper eye health habits. Visit PreventBlindness.org to learn more! #eyehealth #besteyesforlife #besteyes #preventblindness #eyesafety

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder that early detection saves lives. I’m proud that my bipartisan Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act has been signed into law, expanding access to innovative screening technologies that can detect cancers like colorectal cancer earlier, when treatment is most effective. As a physician, I’ve seen firsthand the difference early detection makes. This law will help save lives and give more families a better chance at beating cancer. Get Screened!

March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month! Using screens for work? Talk to your doctor about ways to help prevent digital eye strain. PreventBlindness.org/Digital-Device… #preventblindness #eyewellness #workplace

March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month! To prevent eyestrain at work, change your lighting to lower glare and harsh reflections. For more information, visit: PreventBlindness.org/Digital-Device… #preventblindness #eyehealth #workplace #eyestrain

👁💙 This week is Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) Awareness Week! Prevent Blindness offers a collection of videos featuring parents of children with ROP, along with healthcare professionals and nurses. These resources are designed to support and inform families seeking guidance on #ROP. Watch the YouTube videos here: youtube.com/playlist?list=… ROP Week is kindly supported by @Regeneron. #PreventBlindness #ChildrensVision #EyeHealth #ROP

As part of AMD and Low Vision Month, @PBA_savingsight offers the free AMD GuideMe app! 📲 This resource provides a customized overview of AMD along with a tailored resource list and suggested steps to help save sight from the eye disease specific to the individual using the #GuideMe app. lowvision.preventblindness.org/guideme-apps/ #preventblindness #lowvision #eyehealth

Are you tuning in to the Winter Olympics this year? Winter Olympic athletes rely on specialized, high-performance eyewear to defend against: ❄️ Intense UV reflection from snow ❄️ Extreme speeds ❄️ Blowing debris ❄️Freezing temperatures Learn more about sports eye safety from @PBA_savingsight: PreventBlindness.org/sports-eye-saf… #winterolympics #sportseyesafety #eyehealth #eyeprotection #wintersports

Honored that my bill to expand Medicare coverage for multi-cancer early detection testing was included in the HHS Appropriations package passed this week. This is a major victory in the fight to catch cancer earlier, improve outcomes, and save lives. millermeeks.house.gov/media/press-re…

Every delay on passing the #MCEDAct means missed chances for early cancer detection. Congress must act NOW and pass this critical legislation. Lives depend on it! Thank you @RepMMM for your leadership

We have joined over 500 stakeholders in asking @ChuckGrassley & @RepMMM to encourage their colleagues in Congress to make passing the #MCED Act a priority   x.com/preventcancer/…

Do you or a someone you know have glaucoma and need financial assistance? 💙 Visit the new “Glaucoma Financial Assistance Information” webpage and download the new fact sheet, available in English and Spanish, at: preventblindness.org/glaucoma-help #glaucoma #PreventBlindness

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month! A recent study, “Prevalence of Glaucoma Among US Adults in 2022,” found that approximately 4.22 million people in the United States have glaucoma. Mitzi Swift, Clinical Research Coordinator at @UABNews, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, shares “What can help people at risk for glaucoma?”: youtube.com/watch?v=UDl7HW… #eyehealth #glaucoma #preventblindness

Just two short weeks away! 👁️ Living with glaucoma? Join the conversation. @PBA_savingsight invites you to Critical Conversations About Glaucoma, a FREE virtual event for patients, care partners, and families. 🗓 Jan 20 | 3–4 PM CT Learn from experts about managing glaucoma, communicating vision changes, and finding support. Register: PreventBlindness.org/calendar/criti… #preventblindness #webinar #glaucoma

DYK? January is #Glaucoma Awareness Month at @PBA_savingsight! Prevent Blindness Joins January’s National Glaucoma Awareness Month Efforts to Combat the “Silent Thief of Sight”- @invisionmag invisionmag.com/prevent-blindn…