Prevent Blindness OH

The mission of Prevent Blindness Ohio is to prevent blindness and preserve sight. Like us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube!

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PBO trained teachers/nurses as children’s vision screeners from Newton Local & Wellston City Schools! Register for this FREE training, possible in part thru the SOS Fund https://t.co/hNhf1H6iJy at the ODH, visit https://t.co/f6GcE1TEcX

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Thank you Dublin Lions Club for your support for Prevent Blindness Ohio programming … we are thrilled you stopped by for a visit and presented us with a check! We look forward to another great year of partnership!

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A Cuyahoga Falls school nurse commented that “the ability to complete each module at my own convenience and not losing previously completed learning is fantastic!” This free training was made possible in part through the Save Our Sight Fund https://t.co/hNhf1H5KU0 at the ODH.

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Prevent Blindness Ohio has declared June as Cataract Awareness Month! Learn more about the world’s leading cause of blindness. Press release: https://t.co/QkwI1xCdM6

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Prevent Blindness Ohio distributed eye health and safety information to families this past Saturday at the Hoop for Coop Men's Health Fair at Firestone Community Learning Center in Akron.  Our thanks to
@genentech
for sponsoring our participation at this great event!

[Prevent Blindness @PBA_savingsight]

This week is Stargardt Disease Week! Stargardt disease causes symptoms that can affect everyday activities like reading, recognizing faces, seeing in low light, and more.

Learn more about Stargardt disease and genetic testing: https://t.co/mqG1ziqjgP

This year's IRD and genetic testing month is generously supported by Gold Sponsors @belite_bio and Blue Rock and Silver Sponsor @alkeuspharma.

#PreventBlindness #InheritedRetinalDisease #Stargardt #IRD #EyeHealth

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@PBA_savingsight’s Mental Wellness and Vision Loss video series provides guidance for therapists working with the BVI community, discusses the experience of being a BVI therapist, the power of storytelling, and the complex connections between grief, disability, and identity.

This video features Jeanetta Price, Licensed Professional Counselor and ASPECT Program Graduate.

To learn more, visit: https://t.co/21epuTrsPV

#mentalhealth #mentalwellness #preventblindness #aspectprogram

[Prevent Blindness OH @PB_Ohio]

PBO legislative briefing was held @ Ohio Statehouse. Ohio Legislators, their staff & Executive Agency Staff, learned how to help protect their constituents' vision w/ PBO programs/services. Thanks to the Representatives & Senators, Legislative staff & PBO Board who attended!

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Last month, PBO trained teachers & nurses as children’s vision screeners including individuals from Chillicothe & Zanesville City Schools! Register for this FREE training, possible in part through the SOS Fund https://t.co/hNhf1H5KU0 at the ODH, visit https://t.co/f6GcE1T6np

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Just two weeks away is the first webinar of the four-part 2026 @PBA_savingsight Focus on Eye Health Webinar series!

Webinar 1: Vision Policy Across the Lifespan will take place on Tuesday, May 19, from 2:00–3:30 PM Eastern. We’re pleased to feature Sara Brown, Director of Government Affairs, as a speaker.

This session will explore how partnerships can drive key policy opportunities that impact eye care at every stage of life. Topics will include children’s vision and the Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act (EDVI), chronic disease and access challenges among working-age adults, and strategies to support healthy aging.
Don’t miss this important conversation on advancing vision health across the lifespan.

For more information and to register, visit: https://t.co/zLDvWs0OA1

#preventblindness #webinar #eyehealth #advocacy

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What is Cone-rod Dystrophy (CRD)? CRD is an inherited retinal disease. Cones and rods are the light sensitive cells found in the retina. People with CRD experience vision loss over time due to the progressive deterioration of their cones and rods.

https://t.co/yAvS9WQcTa

This year's IRD and genetic testing month is generously supported by Gold Sponsors @belite_bio, Blue Rock, and Silver Sponsor @alkeuspharma.

#PreventBlindness #InheritedRetinalDisease #GeneticTesting #IRD #EyeHealth

[Prevent Blindness OH @PB_Ohio]

A Sebring school nurse commented that “observing the trainer in the demonstration videos perform the screening was very helpful.” This free training was made possible in part through the Save Our Sight Fund https://t.co/hNhf1H5KU0 at the Ohio Department of Health

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Genetic testing for inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) is important to:

• Lead to an accurate diagnosis
• Help patients and their healthcare professional develop a disease management plan
• Inform patients about potential risk to other family members

Understanding your genetics can help you take the next step in your eye health journey.

Learn more about IRDs and genetic testing:
https://t.co/yAvS9WPF3C

This year's IRD and genetic testing month is generously supported by Gold Sponsors @belite_bio, Blue Rock, and Silver Sponsor @alkeuspharma.

#PreventBlindness #InheritedRetinalDisease #GeneticTesting #IRD #EyeHealth

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Did you know that vision loss is as much a mental health journey as a physical one?

@PBA_savingsight launched the Mental Wellness and Vision Loss video series to offer support, hope, and practical information for individuals adjusting to vision loss, as well as for those supporting them.

The series features blind and visually impaired (BVI) mental health therapists who uniquely bridge two worlds: lived experience with vision loss and professional mental health practice. Through their stories and insights, they explore how these perspectives intersect and inform their work.

Check it out here: https://t.co/21epuTrsPV

#mentalhealth #preventblindness #aspectprogram

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As we get ready to spend more and more time in the sun with summer approaching, it's important to know how to protect your eyes from the UV light from the sun.
Press release: https://t.co/c0laeEa6eQ

[Prevent Blindness OH @PB_Ohio]

PBO distributed eye health and safety information to dozens of families yesterday at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens' May Community Day in Columbus. Our thanks to @genentech for joining us and for sponsoring our participation at this great event!

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PBO is so sad to hear of the passing of Liz Bonis. Liz featured PBO often to educate people about various eye health & safety topics, especially fireworks, & Emcee'd many of our POV celebrations. Thank you, Liz, for all you did to help prevent blindness & preserve sight. RIP.

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'Important and selfless': Tributes pour in for Local 12 anchor and reporter Liz Bonis. https://t.co/phXSR8JPhd

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“Pink eye” is the common name for conjunctivitis. 👁️

Did you know? This condition can be caused by viruses, bacteria, allergies, or chemical irritants. Learn more in the full video: https://t.co/MxUKnBvCl3

#preventblindness #pinkeye #eyehealth