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The "Great American Solar Eclipse" of 2017 was a momentous occasion.

Millions of Americans flocked to cities along the path of the eclipse to witness this rare astronomical event the first total solar eclipse to cross the continental United States from coast to coast in nearly 100 years. For weeks before the eclipse, scientists, medical professionals, the media and more strongly cautioned sky watchers to protect their vision with ISO-certified glasses, as the sun's intense rays could permanently damage the eyes of spectators. By all accounts, Americans paid heed and were able to safely witness the sun disappearing behind the moon.

As executive director of the National Association of Vision Plans, I hope everyone here in Colorado will remember both the event itself and the need to protect your vision. Although the eclipse has come and gone, protecting your eyes should remain a constant focus for you and your family.

Long exposure to everyday UV radiation can lead to serious eye problems, including damage to the retina and loss of vision. Solar radiation has been linked with developing cataracts or macular degeneration later in life. Children's eyes are particularly susceptible to damage, as they receive up to three times more sun exposure than adults.

Vision health is essential to your overall health. Here in Colorado like the rest of the country managed vision care benefits enable individuals to more frequently visit their eye doctor and make sure they have proper vision correction. Managed vision care benefits make access to care possible, reduce patient costs, drive loyal patients into eye doctor offices, identify serious eye and chronic diseases early and ensure patients practice healthier vision behavior.

In fact, more than 87 percent of Americans with benefits plan to get an eye exam in the next 12 months. And patients are four times more likely to seek professional eye care services from an eye care professional when offered vision benefits that cover both an eye exam, as well glasses and or contact lenses.

Many Colorado employers understand the return on investment of managed vision care for their employees. As a result, the vision care industry is growing and innovating at a pace unmatched by most health care sectors both here in the Centennial State and nationwide. More than 80 percent of U.S. employers now offer vision as part of a standard benefit package to employees.

National Association of Vision Plans is committed to seeing Coloradans and Americans across the country put their vision benefit to use. If you don't already have a vision care plan through your employer, I encourage you to explore that option or your options for participating in an individual vision care plan.

The next full solar eclipse is scheduled for just seven years down the road in April 2024. Regular visits to your preferred eye care professional between now and then is the best way for you to ensure you and your family are ready to see it all.

Julian Roberts is the Executive Director of the National Association of Vison Care Plans, the unified voice for the managed vision care industry promoting the value managed vision care brings to U.S. healthcare. Find out more at http://www.navcp.org.

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Roberts: Healthy vision habits make clear sight an everyday event - Greeley Tribune

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