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Coverage that Cares Blog: August is National Eye Exam Month
Eyes onthe Prize: Celebrate National Eye Exam Month with a Quick Checkup Author: Margeline Mateo, Senior LTSS Service Care Manager
August is National Eye Exam Month, a perfect time to pause and focus on your vision. In our latest video, Senior LTSS Service Care Manager Margeline Mateo shares why a quick checkup canreveal more than just how well you see. From spotting hidden health conditionsto supporting lifelong wellness, your eyes can tell an important story.
Watch now to learn how one simple exam can protect your sight and your health.
August Celebrates National Eye Exam Month:
National Eye Exam Month, observed every August, highlights the importance of regular eye exams for protecting your overall health and identifying vision problems early. Let’s explore how routine eye exams can help safeguard your sight and support a healthier life.
The Importance of Eyecare
Your eyes do more than help you see; they can reveal critical signs about your well-being. National Eye Exam Month acts as a good reminder to schedule a comprehensive eye exam, even if your vision feels fine.
Whether or not vision problems run in your family, regular, thorough eye exams are essential for maintaining clear sight and healthy eyes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 3.4 million Americans aged 40 and older are blind or visually impaired. Vision problems can occur at any age and with no prior signs, so it’s important to get a routine eye checkup every year for both your eyes and general wellness.
More Than Meets the Eye
Routine eye exams do more than test your sight. They can also detect early warning signs of serious medical issues including diabetes, high blood pressure, and even different types of cancer. For conditions such as these, eyes may show symptoms before other warning signs appear. Regular eye exams are a critical tool for early detection and prevention as they give your optometrist a unique look into your body’s overall health.
Access to vision care is a priority for everyone. For adults and seniors, dilated eye exams can detect health concerns early, when treatment is most effective. By catching problems as soon as possible, eye exams improve your chances for successful treatment and recovery. For children, regular eye exams support learning and development, helping them succeed in school and boosting their confidence.
By getting your eyes checked at least once a year, you are ensuring that you are protecting your vision, your overall well-being, and your development. Taking care of your eyes at every age helps build a healthier and stronger future for everyone.
Expanding Access to Vision Care
Community support is essential to expanding access to vision care services that truly improve lives. If you’re a Medicaid member in North Carolina, your benefits may include coverage for routine eye exams, helping to remove barriers to improved vision.
WellCare of North Carolina’s goal is to make it easier to access important care, so members can live healthy, meaningful lives. This National Eye Exam Month, make your vision a priority and schedule your next eye exam to experience the difference it can make.
Act This National Eye Exam Month
WellCare of North Carolina’s member services can be contacted by phone at 1-866-799-5318 or find a healthcare provider through your member portal. Don’t wait, protect your sight and your wellness today.