This post was sponsored by Think About Your Eyes as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received compensation as a thank you for my review.
Eye health is one of those things that most people take for granted. It is near and dear to my heart though, and I was so excited that Think About Your Eyes, an initiative that is focused on the importance of eye care and regular eye exams, asked me to help them raise awareness for their campaign.
My sweet girl waiting to get her exam.
When I was just a few weeks old my pediatrician diagnosed me with a congenital cataract. It was easy to detect as it is quite large and almost directly in the center of my eye. Because treatment was much different in the 80s, I still live with it and keep regular appointments with my eye doctor to monitor it. This past year, my youngest daughter was diagnosed with amblyopia and I have never been so grateful for the incredible technology that has helped her to see the world more clearly.
The day that my daughter got her glasses.
So why is it that eye health is so often forgotten or pushed aside? When Think About Your Eyes recently surveyed members of the national health club chain Life Time Fitness they found some truly mind blowing data. For instance, 24% of the people questioned are more likely to exercise 3 or more times a week than get a regular eye exam. Check out some of the other crazy stats below.
Keep in mind that your eyes need regular care just like the rest of your body. You work so hard to keep yourself healthy, don’t forget your eyes! You can use the Think About Your Eyes eye care professional locator to find an eye doctor near you so you can schedule an exam. And be sure to check out Think About Your Eyes on Facebook and Twitter.
This was a great read! Eye health is definitely something that a lot of people take for granted, but it is also so precious. It’s really important to have an eye doctor that you feel comfortable with and who understands your personal needs. Thanks so much for sharing this!