• Children can have their eyes examined as young as six months of age
  • Approximately one child in six has a vision problem (American Optometric Association, Pediatric Eye and Vision Examinations, 2002) 
  • Professional examinations are the most reliable way of testing your child’s vision and cannot be replaced by home eye tests or vision screenings. (Prevent Blindness America)
  • 80% of early learning is done through the visual system. “20/20 eyesight” is not good enough; school children need good vision at all distances especially for reading. (Joel Zaba, MD, OD, 2001)
  • 3% of children have some form of lazy eye (amblyopia). (Pediatrics, November 1999)
  • Strabismus or a turned eye occurs in 2-4% of preschool children. (American Academy of Ophthalmology)
  • Visual problems can impact class participation, problem solving, use of information, co-operation with others and conflict resolution. (Toronto District School Board Study, 2001-2002.) 
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