Press Releases

The Wisconsin Optometric Association distributes monthly topical news release to Wisconsin media. Find the most recent releases archived below:

February 2012

PROTECT YOUR INDEPENDENCE: FEBRUARY IS NATIONAL LOW VISION AWARENESS MONTH: The Wisconsin Optometric Association encourages those affected to be proactive

January 2012

PROTECT YOUR SIGHT DURING NATIONAL GLAUCOMA AWARENESS MONTH: The Wisconsin Optometric Association urges everyone to take a preventative stance against vision loss

December 2011

CHECK YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING LIST TWICE FOR SAFETY: The Wisconsin Optometric Association urges parents to make smart choices and avoid eye injuries to children

November 2011

THE EYES ARE A WINDOW TO DIABETES DIAGNOSIS: In Recognition of National Diabetes Awareness Month, the Wisconsin Optometric Association encourages citizens to schedule a comprehensive dilated eye examination with your optometrist

October 2011

AVOID A SCARY HALLOWEEN. ONLY USE PRESCRIPTION COSMETIC CONTACT LENSES: Doctors of Optometry warn consumers not to buy decorative contact lenses without a prescription and fitting

September 2011

SURVEY REVEALS CONCERNS OVER CHILDREN'S VISION AND EYE HEALTH AS MORE CLASSROOMS GO HIGH-TECH: 3D Imaging and digital devices require optimal visual capabilities and eye health

August 2011

CHILDREN'S VISION PROBLEMS NEGATIVELY IMPACT LEARNING: A visit to your local doctor of optometry should be added to your annual back-to-school checklist

June 2011

PRACTICE FIREWORKS SAFETY THIS FOURTH OF JULY: Wisconsin Optometric Association's member doctors urge citizens to protect their eyesight this 4th of July

"SCHOOL'S OUT FOR SUMMER," BUT DON'T LOSE FOCUS OF CHILDREN'S VISION AND EYE HEALTH: As the structure provided by school ends, Wisconsin parents can look to VISION USA for benevolent care

May 2011

An Eye Opener: Overexposure to UV Rays Can Lead to Eye Diseases - Wisconsin Optometric Association (WOA) encourages simple eye care precautions during sun exposure

April 2011

STEP INTO SPRING: Keeping an 'Eye' on Seasonal Allergies

March 2011

MARCH IS SAVE YOUR VISION MONTH: Wisconsin Optometrists encourage citizens to protect their vision and eye health

February 2011

FEBRUARY IS NATIONAL LOW VISION AWARENESS MONTH: Protect Your Independence

January 2011

JANUARY IS GLAUCOMA AWARENESS MONTH : The Wisconsin Optometric Association urges residents to take a preventative stance against vision loss

December 2010

CHECK YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING LIST FOR SAFETY: The Wisconsin Optometric Association urges parents to make smart choices to avoid eye injuries

November 2010

EYES SERVE AS A WINDOW TO DIABETES DIAGNOSIS: Wisconsin Optometric Association reminds citizens to seek a comprehensive eye exam in honor of National Diabetes month

October 2010

NINE-TO-FIVERS RISK COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME: Wisconsin Optometric Association offers advice to computer users in recognition of Computer Learning Month

August 2010

CHILDREN’S VISION PROBLEMS COMMONLY MISDIAGNOSED AS LEARNING DISABILITY
A visit to your local doctor of optometry should be added to your annual back-to-school checklist

July 2010

American Youth Risk Eye Injury with Decorative Contact Lens Trend: Wisconsin Optometric Association warns against use of newly popular ‘circle lenses’, an illegal eye accessory

June 2010

Older Americans Forgoing Precautions to Prevent Age-Related Eye Diseases: Many Americans misunderstand macular degeneration, glaucoma and other diseases which require pre-emptive care

May 2010

An Eye Opener: Overexposure to UV Rays Can Lead to Eye Diseases: Wisconsin Optometric Association (WOA) encourages simple eye care precautions during sun exposure

April 2010

Step into Spring: Keeping an ‘Eye’ on Seasonal Allergies: Common medications and remedies don’t cut it for easing eye allergies

 March 2010

Healthy Vision on the Job is Everyone’s Business: The Wisconsin Optometric Association encourages Americans to prevent workplace eye strain and eye injuries

February 2010

VISION-USA- THE WISCONSIN PROJECT OFFERS FREE EXAMS TO UNINSURED CHILDREN: Wisconsin Optometric Association supports program despite economic challenges of current economy

January 2010

JANUARY IS GLAUCOMA AWARENESS MONTH: The Wisconsin Optometric Association urges residents to take a preventative stance against vision loss

 

If you have any questions, please contact Communications Director David Bobka at davidwoaoffice@tds.net or call the WOA office at 608-824-2200