EyeCare America reveals the “ABC” of health eye.
as well as in June schools carry out examinations on the basis of their academic program, elderly Americans have access to eye exams free of charge through a program of EyeCare.
san Francisco, June of 2011- PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE /. can envision open textbook only to see large black spots where they should be the words? do or just a huge and blurry spot instead of prayers? This is what someone with an eye disease could see.
EyeCare America reminds everyone that education is a continuous process that lasts a lifetime. It is never too late to learn how to care for better in their eyes, starting with this “ABC”:
ACTIVE lifestyle. Exercise on a regular basis and take a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, fats and sugars. What is good for your body, it is also for their eyes.
SEARCH today it an appointment with an ophthalmologist to perform a full review of vision EyeCare America, a program of public service of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology offers eye exams free of charge for people older than 65 years, as well as free educational materials. Eye exams are provided in all United States and Puerto Rico by a team of almost 7,000 volunteer ophthalmologists. Those interested in the program can enter at eyecareamerica to see if they are eligible. The Organization online guidance centre also allows friends and family members know instantly whether their loved ones are eligible to be served by a volunteer ophthalmologist of EyeCare America.
Continue to consult your doctor on a regular basis and taking care of their eyes, so that they can look after him to you.
EyeCare America is designed for people who:
-they are citizens or legal residents of the United States.UU.
– have more than 65 years of age
– have not consulted an ophthalmologist in the past three years
– do not belong to an HMO or receive benefits of eye care through the VA.
To find out if you, a loved one or a friend of more than 65 years of age is eligible to receive guidance for a review and eye care, enter to eyecareamerica .
EyeCare America is co-sponsored by the Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc. and with additional support from Alcon. The programme is approved by the State and society of Ophthalmology Fellowship.
About EyeCare America
Established in 1985, eyecare america , the program of public service of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, is committed to the preservation of vision, fulfilling its mission through public service and education. EyeCare America offers eye care services throughout the year to the elderly who receive medical care inadequate or lack of it and those who have one increased risk for eye diseases, through its team of about 7,000 volunteer ophthalmologists dedicated to serving their communities. More than 90 per cent of the care provided does not generate costs for patients. Since its inception, EyeCare America has helped more than 1.5 million people. EyeCare America is a non-profit whose success is made possible thanks to donations that made individuals, foundations and corporations.
