Expert Eye Care Tips for Children
PARENT QUESTION: What Is The Role of Nutrition in Kids’ Eye Health?
Did you know your child’s diet plays a key role in their eye health and vision development? Nutrients such as vitamin A, lutein, zeaxanthin, omega‑3 fatty acids, vitamin C and zinc support the retina, cornea and visual processing. For example, leafy greens, eggs,...
PARENT QUESTION: Why Does Outdoor Time Matter for My Child’s Vision?
Increasingly, research shows that regular outdoor play and exposure to natural daylight can help protect children from developing or worsening myopia (nearsightedness). One thought is that bright sunlight triggers dopamine in the retina, which helps regulate eye...
Seeing the Need: EyeCare4Kids Celebrates Leadership Change and Expands Mission in Africa
What began as a small act of faith 25 years ago has grown into a global movement, delivering the gift of sight to more than 400,000 children in need. This week, EyeCare4Kids marked a major transition as its founder and longtime CEO, Joseph Carbone, stepped forward to...
Top Tips for Protecting Kids’ Eyes This Summer Season
As spring fades into summer, it's the perfect time to focus on your children's eye health. At EyeCare4Kids, we understand the crucial role that good vision plays in your child’s educational and social development. Here are our top 5 tips to ensure your child's eyes...
EyeCare4Kids expresses our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Elaine Wynn on her passing
On behalf of everyone at EyeCare4Kids, we would like to express our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Elaine Wynn. Along with countless other nonprofits, we are incredibly honored to be recognized and supported by Elaine for the work we do in the...
EyeCare4Kids on eHealth Radio Network: Helping Underserved Children See Clearly
eHealth Radio Network interviews Joseph Carbone, the founder of EyeCare4Kids, a non-profit dedicated to improving children's vision, on their site.Carbone discusses the critical need for regular vision care in children, especially in underserved communities where...
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