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    Fun in the Summer Sun!

    Summer’s here and while it is a great time to be at the beach or a pool party, the Vision is Priceless Council wants you to take care of your eyes during this sun blazing season.

     

     

    Why is it important to take extra caution with your vision and the UV rays of the sun?  Recent studies have shown that prolonged exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays without protection may cause serious eye conditions that can lead to vision loss and blindness.  Here’s what you can do to prevent UV vision damage and thankfully, these suggestions are simple and easy to follow:

     

    • Wear a brimmed hat and the right kind of sunglasses when you are going to be exposed to UV light.  Remember sunglasses don't have to be expensive to offer the right kind of UV protection. Even inexpensive glasses can protect your eyes.
    • Make sure your chosen sunglasses block 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays.  Be sure to use them even on overcast days.  The sun’s rays can easily penetrate through the haze of thin clouds.
    • Use extra caution when the sun’s rays are at their most intense.  Generally, UV light is at the greatest level at midday (10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.).
    • If you spend time on or in the water, consider purchasing goggles or sunglasses that wrap around your temples because they block the sun’s rays from entering on the sides.
    • Don’t rely on contact lenses alone:  Even if you wear contact lenses with UV protection, remember your sunglasses.

     

     

    If you would like to learn more about our vision saving mission and the ways you can help the Vision is Priceless Council, please check out our website:  visionispriceless.org

     

    We wish you a wonderful summer.  Have fun in the sun, but remember to protect your eyes!

     

     

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      Success Stories

    On his 8th Birthday, Carmen’s grandson had an eye exam with one of our Cared Vision physicians and received a pair of much needed glasses. Carmen, who is raising her grandson, learned through a vision screening that his eyesight was severely limited in one eye, which could hinder his education. Without insurance, and unable to receive government assistance she came to VIP. She was grateful for the kindness and responsiveness of the VIP staff, and Dr. Levenson and his staff, who gave her grandson the best birthday present-the gift of sight! When Judith’s diabetic mother had a stroke and was suffering from vision loss, she knew care was urgently needed. Her mother had no insurance, nor did she qualify for any government program, so she called VIP. An exam with one of our physicians and a MRI were both provided at no cost to help ensure she would receive the treatment she needed.






     The 27th Annual BBQ & Western raises over $75,000 for VIP's programs!

    Saturday March 13, 2010 hundred of residents gathered for BBQ, dancing, and fun while raising over $75,000 for Vision Is Priceless. These funds will allow us to continue to provide free vision screening services to tens of thousands of children each year on the first coast and help facilitate treatment for those in need. It will also provide funds to support our adult programs and our new eye care clinic at The Way in Green Cove Springs. Thank you to all of our wonderful sponsors and everyone who joined us for wonderful evening - you are helping us to Keep First Coast Eyes Healthy!







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