Most eye problems in children can be corrected if they are detected and treated early. Appropriate eye care is essential for maintaining good vision. Some problems, if left untreated--even for a short period--can result in permanent vision loss.
The more you learn about children's eyes, the better you can help protect them!
The eyes of newborn infants should be evaluated in the hospital nursery. This examination can help detect several congenital eye problems, some of which can be very serious. - Read more
Between six months and one year of age, infants should be checked for good eye health by a doctor or other appropriately trained health care provider during routine well-baby care or other doctor's office visits. - Read more
Similarly, children's vision should be tested between 3 and 4, either during a well-child visit to the doctor, a visit to an eye doctor, or at a vision screening conducted by trained personnel such as those performed by Prevent Blindness America. - Read more
For more information about children's eye problems, call 1-800-331-2020, contact us online, or contact the Prevent Blindness affiliate near you.
Other Children's Topics:
Eye Problems
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
Astigmatism
Color Blindness
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
Diabetes
Hyperopia
Myopia
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Retinopathy of Prematurity
Strabismus
Uveitis
Getting Professional Eye Care
Financial Assistance and Vision Care Resources
PBA Guidelines for Children's Vision Care
Who's Who in Eye Care
Preventing Eye Injuries
Fireworks Safety
First Aid for Eye Emergencies
Halloween Eye Safety
Play It Safe With Your Eyes! - Video Education Program
Preventing Eye Injuries at Home
Protecting Your Child's Eyes from the Sun
Safe Toys
Sports Eye Safety
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