Healthy Vision Community Award Resources
For additional information about Healthy Vision resources, please visit these sites:
- National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health
http://www.nei.nih.gov/
The NEI website offers scientifically accurate and unbiased information related to eye diseases and disorders and vision research. Research information, statistics, photos, images, videos, and other resources are available for public use.
- National Eye Health Education Program (NEHEP)
http://www.nei.nih.gov/nehep
NEHEP programs provide health care professionals with information, materials, and resources to educate patients and the public about eye health and the importance of comprehensive dilated eye examinations.
- NEI Online Publications Catalog
http://catalog.nei.nih.gov/productcart/pc/mainIndex.asp
NEI offers a variety of educational resources and materials for health professionals, patients and the public including brochures, videos, posters, magnets, and teaching tools. Materials are available in English and Spanish. A small charge for shipping and handling may apply to bulk publication orders.
- Healthy Vision Toolkit
http://www.healthyvision2010.org/toolkit/
This Toolkit is a comprehensive resource designed for community leaders. Resources include media materials, tips for involving your community, and handbooks on a variety of vision-related topics.
- Healthy Vision 2010
http://www.healthyvision2010.org/
Focusing on examination and prevention, eye diseases, injury and safety, and vision rehabilitation, Healthy Vision 2010 is designed to help you determine what you can do in your home, community, business, or state to help improve the Nation's eye health.
- Healthy Vision Community Programs Database
http://community-based.shs.net/
The Healthy Vision Community Programs Database is a searchable collection of community-based vision health programs from the different U.S. states and territories. It stimulates ideas for creative eye health education projects, and promotes networking among interested groups.
- Healthy Vision Month
http://www.healthyvision2010.org/hvm/
May is Healthy Vision Month, a national eye health observance sponsored by NEI and the National Eye Health Education Program Partnership. Healthy Vision Month is devoted to elevating vision as a public health priority. Each year focuses on a specific eye health topic.
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