On Saturday, September 15th WXXI Reachout Radio partnered with area 20E-1 region Lions clubs to provide FREE vision screenings for children age 2 to 7. We had two great teams of Lions representing four area Lions Clubs to do vision screenings for children attending WXXI bi-annual Open House. 68 children were screened and three children were referred for follow-up care.
Children with uncorrected vision problems face many challenges in life, from academic success to social interactions and athletic abilities. Getting early access to quality eye care can help a child overcome challenges and help enable the child to reach his or her highest potential.
At a very early age, a child's brain learns how to use eyes to see, just like it learns how to use legs to walk or a mouth to form words. The longer a vision problem goes undiagnosed and untreated, the more a child's brain learns to accommodate the vision problem.
That is why early screening is so important for children. Early detection and treatment provide the very best opportunity to correct vision problems so your child can learn to see clearly.
Thanks to the Lions and all the staff and volunteers who helped make this happen. It was a great day!