Kentucky Optometric Association

Kentucky Optometric Association The Kentucky Optometric Association provides information on eye and vision health, including eye diseases, children's vision and optometric services.

It’s yard work time again, but you need to gather more than just your tools. Up to 40% of eye injuries occur while peopl...
04/17/2026

It’s yard work time again, but you need to gather more than just your tools. Up to 40% of eye injuries occur while people are working in the yard, doing home repairs, cooking or cleaning. Many of these injuries can be easily avoided with the proper preparation and protection:
https://www.vsp.com/eyewear-wellness/eye-health/yard-work-eye-safety

April is National Stress Awareness Month. When you’re stressed out for a long time, the constant dilation makes you sens...
04/03/2026

April is National Stress Awareness Month. When you’re stressed out for a long time, the constant dilation makes you sensitive to light and can cause serious strain on your eyes. Plus, the tension you feel will cause the muscles in and around your eyes to tighten – creating a feeling of soreness or twitching.
Learn more about stress-related eye problems and what you can do:
https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/caring-for-your-eyes/mental-health-and-your-eyes #:~:text=Stress%20can%20impact%20your%20vision%20in%20a,Eye%20strain%20*%20Eyelid%20twitching%20and%20spasms

More than 142 million Americans experience vision problems, according to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering...
03/27/2026

More than 142 million Americans experience vision problems, according to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

March is Save Your Vision Month. There’s no better time to schedule your annual, comprehensive eye exam, where doctors of optometry can identify early warning signs of more than 270 diseases, including diabetes, high blood pressure, autoimmune diseases and cancers.

🏀👀Boys and Girls Sweet Sixteen. NCAA basketball tournaments. It's that special time of year where you can watch more th...
03/13/2026

🏀👀Boys and Girls Sweet Sixteen. NCAA basketball tournaments. It's that special time of year where you can watch more than 5,000 minutes of basketball. 👀🏀

All that TV can cause digital eye strain for devoted fans. Remember to take a time out for your eyes. Take a 20-second break every 20 minutes and view something 20 feet away.

According to the National Eye Institute, sleep apnea could raise your risk of eye disease.A new study looked at people w...
02/27/2026

According to the National Eye Institute, sleep apnea could raise your risk of eye disease.

A new study looked at people with obstructive sleep apnea and found it might be linked to retinal vein occlusion—a condition that can cause sudden vision loss. The connection seems to vary by population, but it’s a good reminder that what affects your body can also affect your eyes.

Talk to your doctor of optometry if you have concerns about your sleep or your sight.

What a day in Frankfort! 👓🎉Yesterday, members of the Kentucky Optometric Association showed up in a BIG way for Optometr...
02/20/2026

What a day in Frankfort! 👓🎉

Yesterday, members of the Kentucky Optometric Association showed up in a BIG way for Optometry Day at the Capitol! 🙌

Our doctors met with legislators throughout the day, sharing stories from their practices, answering questions, and reinforcing one clear message:

🗣️ Patient safety is our top priority.

Kentucky optometrists are committed to providing safe, high-quality care to patients in every corner of the Commonwealth — and we’re proud to advocate for policies that protect both our profession and the public.

Thank you to every KOA member who took time away from their practices and patients to make their voice heard. Your engagement matters, and your advocacy makes a difference!

Winter sports and activities such as skiing and sledding can put your child’s eyes at risk. Check out this quick guide ...
02/13/2026

Winter sports and activities such as skiing and sledding can put your child’s eyes at risk.

Check out this quick guide from the National Eye Institute on how to protect their vision while having fun in the snow.
https://bit.ly/3XBTYJT

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