NEW YORK—March is Save Your Vision Month, first proposed by the American Optometric Association as a way to remind all of us to keep eye health at the forefront of our minds. With its wide-ranging theme, Save Your Vision Month provides countless opportunities for the optical community to reach out, interact with our local communities, and champion the importance of keeping our eyes healthy and protected. With March just beginning, there’s still plenty of time to get involved—and plenty of ways to make a difference.

This week, we’re taking a look at how independent ECPs are tackling this important month online—feel free to take some inspiration and get involved.

Valley Ranch Eye Care in Coppell, Texas, reminded patients to prioritize their eyes this month. Image via vallerancheyecare on Instagram


The team at Mittleman Eye in Palm Beach County, Fla., took the opportunity to remind patients about digital eye strain this Save Your Vision Month. Image via mittlemaneye on Instagram


The team at Simpson Eye, with locations in Illinois, is sharing some tips on keeping eyes safe this month. Image via simpson.eye on Instagram


Hall Family Eyecare in Wichita, Kan., reminded patients not to let their eyes go untreated this month. Image via hallfamilyeyecare on Instagram


The team at Sullins Eye Care Center in Madison, Ala., said, “Our eyes are one of the most important organs in our body, and it's essential to protect them. So, this month, make sure to take a break from your screens, wear sunglasses and get regular eye exams.” Image via sullinseyecare on Instagram