News from the American Optometric Association

News from the American Optometric Association

Eye Deserve More: Workplace Wellness
The American Optometric Association (AOA) released the next phase of the Eye Deserve More campaign,  which includes partnering with Deloitte Economics Institute to release the first research report to outline the implications of excessive unmanaged screen time.

The report comes amid today’s digital age in which screen exposure is virtually inescapable; especially for working age Americans. Alongside the report, the AOA also released Eye Health Guidance in the Workplace, a resource that discloses healthy screen time habits and tips on how to protect your eyes while working on screens. Through this activation, the AOA is highlighting key findings and how scheduling an in-person exam with a Doctor of Optometry can prevent further costs to our healthcare system, productivity, and overall wellbeing.

Optometry’s Meeting® – June 19-22
The American Optometric Association and the American Optometric Student Association will host Optometry’s Meeting 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 19-22.

As the profession’s premier annual event, Optometry’s Meeting aligns optometric and industry professionals for four days of progressive continuing education and professional development alongside impactful networking opportunities. With a robust lineup of events, interactive education, and networking opportunities, the AOA encourages faculty and student participation.

To learn more and register for Optometry’s Meeting, click here.

AOA on Capitol Hill
AOA on Capitol Hill is the American Optometric Association's single-largest annual advocacy event that directly connects the profession’s leaders with our nation's policymakers and offers sessions intended to prepare attendees to increasingly join the ongoing advocacy fight for optometry’s future. Additionally, attendees may have the opportunity, in close coordination with their state associations, to participate in meetings with their federal legislators. Given this invaluable opportunity to not only get involved in our profession’s advocacy but also develop future generations of optometric leaders, the AOA encourages faculty and student participation.

AOA on Capitol Hill will take place on April 14-16, 2024. Participation is open to all advocacy-minded AOA members—registration is required and available through March 15, 2024. To learn more about AOA on Capitol Hill, click here.