WOA Press Materials

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

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

December 2009:
Check Your Holiday Shopping List for Safety; The Wisconsin Optometric Association urges parents to make smart choices to avoid eye injuries

November 2009:
Eyes Serve as a Window to Diabetes Diagnosis; Wisconsin Optometric Association Reminds Citizens to get a Comprehensive Eye Exam in Honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month

October 2009
Nine to Fivers Risk Computer Vision Syndrome; Wisconsin Optometric Association Offers Advice to Computer Users in Honor of Computer Learning Month

September 2009
Healthy Eyes Improve Your Child's Ability to Learn; Why an Eye Exam Should be at the Top of Your Back to School List.

NASA Purchases Invention from Northern Wisconsin Optometrist; Dr. Paul Filar, OD, Invents Camera to Aid Astronauts at International Space Station

If you need to reach a WOA media contact, please contact WOA Director of Communications Mallory Block at mallorywoaoffice@tds.net or 608.824.2200.