by James Ashford | Aug 28, 2019 | Eye Exams, Vision Care Direct Member Blog, Vision Care for Youth
Catching and correcting vision problems in early childhood is an important part of your child’s development. Researchers believe that up to 10% of preschoolers and up to 25% of school-age children have vision disorders. Unfortunately, parents and caregivers simply...
by James Ashford | Aug 28, 2019 | Vision Care Direct Member Blog, Vision Care for Youth, Vision Disorders
In recent years, we’ve learned that some vision disorders can mimic ADHD or ADD symptoms. A recent study by Decarlo et al. (2016) published in the Journal of Optometry and Vision Science found that children with vision problems (other than those correctable by...
by James Ashford | Aug 28, 2019 | Computer Eye Strain, Vision Care Direct Member Blog, Vision Care for Youth
Is there a safe amount of screen time for my kids? How much is okay? What about the use of technology at school? Do they need special eyewear when they’re using digital devices? To answer these questions, let’s take a look at what we know about digital devices and how...
by James Ashford | Jun 28, 2019 | Newsletter, Vision Care Direct Member Blog, Vision Care Provider Newsletter
Vol.2019.6 In this issue: Inside Look – Four Myths of UV RaysProgram Insights – Plus Plan BenefitsProvider Focus – VSP Announces Purchase of VisionworksProvider Focus – Why the Ban on Walmart was Lifted Four Myths of UV Rays During the summer UV protection is very...
by James Ashford | May 28, 2019 | Cost, Eyeglasses, Vision Care Direct Member Blog
There’s nothing like having vision care insurance and thinking you’re ‘covered’ — only to pay hundreds of dollars every time you need a new pair of prescription eyeglasses. Sound familiar? Why? The truth is, the $100-billion prescription eyeglass industry is one of...