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August is National Eye Exam Month
August is National Eye Exam Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of regular eye exams and proactive vision care at every age. According to the CDC, approximately 11 million Americans have vision impairment. Regular comprehensive eye exams can help detect and manage certain eye conditions early, and often before noticeable symptoms appear. Eye health is about more than maintaining a clear prescription. Comprehensive eye exams can identify signs of health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. Since many eye diseases develop without early warning signs, routine screenings can play an important role in prevention and early detection.
Why Regular Eye Exams Are Important
Good vision plays a vital role in nearly every part of daily life, from learning and working to driving and enjoying time with family and friends. Regular eye exams can help:
- Detect vision changes and update prescriptions when needed
- Identify eye conditions before symptoms become severe
- Monitor for signs of certain chronic health conditions
- Support healthy vision at every stage of life
The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends comprehensive eye exams based on age and individual risk factors. Children, adults with certain health conditions, and those experiencing changes in vision may need more frequent exams.
How Primary Care Can Support Eye Health
Your Primary Care Provider plays an important role in supporting your overall eye health. They can monitor changes in your health, consider pre-existing conditions that may affect your vision, and coordinate referrals to the appropriate eye care specialists when needed. When your care team understands your health history, medications, and individual risk factors, they can help ensure your eye health is part of a comprehensive approach to preventive care. At Delphi Enhanced Primary Care, our physicians take the time to get to know each patient and their health history. With smaller patient panels, our doctors can thoroughly review care plans, coordinate with specialists, and help ensure every aspect of a patient’s health is considered.
This month, take a simple step toward better health: schedule your eye exam, and remember that prevention is an important part of protecting your health for years to come.
For more information about the importance of regular eye exams, visit the CDC’s Why Eye Exams Are Important resource.
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