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1-800 Contacts changes online vision test marketing following AOA complaint
Consumers must first acknowledge 1-800 Contacts' online vision test is not a comprehensive eye exam before using the technology, a change that comes after the AOA voiced health and safety concerns to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

Published: 05/21/19

May is Healthy Vision Month
This month, participate in Healthy Vision Month, and educate the public about what they can do to ensure their vision and eyes are healthy. This observance is organized by the National Institutes of Health's National Eye Institute (NEI).
Published: 05/21/19

New WHO guidance: Very limited daily screen time recommended for children under 5
The World Health Organization (WHO) is recommending children under age 5 spend one hour or less on digital devices and those under age 1 spend no time at all on a daily basis.
Published: 05/16/19