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Please visit the following web sites to learn about the different eye care profesionals who treat the eyes:

AAO.org - American Academy of Ophthalmology
AOA.org - American Optometric Association
opto.org - Canadian Association of Optometrists

Recent questions and answers include:

Q. How do I know if my child may need glasses?
- Cindy, New York, NY

A. The Vision Council of America recommends that everyone has a regular eye exam. Be sure to take your child to an Eye Care Professional for a check-up if you observe him or her sitting up close to the television set, holding objects very close to the face, or having trouble seeing the blackboard at school. If you learn your child does need glasses, be sure to consider photochromic lenses which change from light to dark when ultraviolet light is present. They have an eye health advantage by automatically providing 100% protection from harmful UV rays.

Q. My child is not allowed to wear sunglasses on the playground at school. Any recommendations?
- Mark, Richmond, VA

A. First things first. Not all sunglasses are created equal, so be sure that your child's lenses block 100% of harmful UV radiation. Your local Eye Care Professional should be able to test them for you. Once you are sure your child's glasses are providing adequate protection, we suggest sending a note in to school letting the teacher and nurse know that you prefer your child to wear sunglasses when outside. Feel free to suggest they visit this site for more information on the dangers of UV radiation.

Have a question about maintaining your family's healthy sight? You've come to the right place! Simply fill out the form below to "Ask an ECP." Unfortunately due to the number of questions received we can not send a personal response, but you can check back in a week or so to see if your question has been answered. We also suggest browsing this site for additional information. Of course, if you or a family member is experiencing pain or difficult seeing, we recommend visiting an Eye Care Professional immediately.

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