Backpacks? Check. School supplies? Check. But what about an eye exam? 👓 As families prepare for a new school year, eye care is often overlooked—even though experts say up to 80% of learning is visual, and one in four school-aged children has a vision problem that can affect reading, learning, and classroom performance if left undetected.
Dr. Scott Allison shares why comprehensive eye exams should be part of every child’s back-to-school routine. He also offers practical tips for protecting kids’ vision, including following the 20/20/20 rule during screen time, keeping devices at a comfortable distance, and encouraging more outdoor play to support visual development.
Learn more about MyEyeDr.’s Every Kid Every Year initiative and back-to-school eye care:
