true 1 10 200 5876 Election Map 2024 basic 2486 x12321---InSiteSearch /x12321 2.309401 <_SOURCE_>DssContentSearchSource <_SOURCENAME_>InSiteSearch <_TYPE_O_>Basic x12321 20260503T11:48:39 1 <_START_TIME_>00010101000000 <_END_TIME_>99991231235959 /x12321 20260507T08:36:36 x33/x4823/x12321 <_ANCESTRY_>x33|x4823|x12321 <_ANCESTRY_T_>x33 x4823 x12321 AOA-PAC Election Report: Optometry Has Outsized Impact on 2024 Elections Tap into the AOA’s interactive 2024 elections map to see how hundreds of pro-optometry U.S. House and Senate candidates fared and learn about how advocates can get more involved in the fight in our nation’s capital for patients and the future of the profession. AOA, American Optometric Association, Doctors of Optometry, Advocacy in Optometry, Optometry, Optometrist, paraoptometric, Optometry's Meeting, AOA Advocacy, AOA Focus, 2024 Elections 0.5 article AOA-PAC Election Report: Optometry Has Outsized Impact on 2024 Elections Tap into the AOA’s interactive 2024 elections map to see how hundreds of pro-optometry U.S. House and Senate candidates fared and learn about how advocates can get more involved in the fight in our nation’s capital for patients and the future of the profession. summary_large_image 20241101T18:53:17 20241101T18:53:17 Basic 20260503T11:38:40 20241101185317 20241101185317 x12321 ~/x12321.xml Slideshows basic 2487 x12319---InSiteSearch /x12319 2.309401 <_SOURCE_>DssContentSearchSource <_SOURCENAME_>InSiteSearch <_TYPE_O_>Basic x12319 20260503T11:48:41 1 <_START_TIME_>00010101000000 <_END_TIME_>99991231235959 /x12319 20260507T08:36:36 x33/x4823/x12319 <_ANCESTRY_>x33|x4823|x12319 <_ANCESTRY_T_>x33 x4823 x12319 Slideshow 0.5 website summary_large_image 20221104T18:01:25 20221104T18:01:25 Basic 20260503T11:38:36 20221104180125 20221104180125 x12319 ~/x12319.xml Interstate Licensing Compact Work Group basic 2488 x13593---InSiteSearch /interstate-licensing-compact-work-group 2.309401 <_SOURCE_>DssContentSearchSource <_SOURCENAME_>InSiteSearch <_TYPE_O_>Basic x13593 20260503T11:48:38 1 <_START_TIME_>00010101000000 <_END_TIME_>99991231235959 /interstate-licensing-compact-work-group 20260507T08:36:36 x33/x2/x13591/x13593 <_ANCESTRY_>x33|x2|x13591|x13593 <_ANCESTRY_T_>x33 x2 x13591 x13593 AOAMEMBER Interstate Licensing Compact Work Group 0.5 website summary_large_image 20240425T13:26:59 20240425T13:26:59 Basic 20260503T11:38:39 20240425132659 20240425132659 x13593 ~/x13593.xml List of State and U.S. Membership in Interstate Licensure Compacts basic 2489 x13592---InSiteSearch /list-of-state-and-us-membership-in-interstate-licensure-compacts 2.309401 <_SOURCE_>DssContentSearchSource <_SOURCENAME_>InSiteSearch <_TYPE_O_>Basic x13592 20260503T11:48:38 1 <_START_TIME_>00010101000000 <_END_TIME_>99991231235959 /list-of-state-and-us-membership-in-interstate-licensure-compacts 20260507T08:36:36 x33/x2/x13591/x13592 <_ANCESTRY_>x33|x2|x13591|x13592 <_ANCESTRY_T_>x33 x2 x13591 x13592 AOAMEMBER List of State and U.S. Membership in Interstate Licensure Compacts 0.5 website summary_large_image 20230207T18:18:00 20230207T18:18:00 Basic 20260503T11:38:37 20230207181800 20230207181800 x13592 ~/x13592.xml JoinEyeDeserveMore basic 2494 x4373---InSiteSearch /joineyedeservemore 2.309401 <_SOURCE_>DssContentSearchSource <_SOURCENAME_>InSiteSearch <_TYPE_O_>Basic x4373 20260503T11:48:05 1 <_START_TIME_>00010101000000 <_END_TIME_>99991231235959 /joineyedeservemore 20260507T08:36:36 x33/x2/x1387/x4373 <_ANCESTRY_>x33|x2|x1387|x4373 <_ANCESTRY_T_>x33 x2 x1387 x4373 AFFILIATE_ED|AFFILIATE_STAFF|AOA_STAFF|AOAMEMBER The AOA’s Eye Deserve More campaign is activating the public to take control of their own eye care and spread the word about its importance to others. Everyone deserves comprehensive eye care from an AOA doctor as a part of their overall health and well-being. Eye Deserve More Since launching in 2021, AOA’s Eye Deserve More campaign has reached millions of Americans, raising awareness about the importance of prioritizing eye health, reinforcing the value of annual, in-person eye exams, and positioning AOA doctors of optometry as essential primary eye care providers. This year, Eye Deserve More is stepping up to the plate once again. Building on the momentum of AOA’s partnership with professional baseball player Kike Hernández (whose personal eye health journey highlights his commitment to caring for his family), the campaign continues to expand its national impact. From educating the public on children’s vision to addressing emerging concerns like the potential risks associated with growing GLP-1 use, AOA is shining a spotlight on the importance of comprehensive eye exams and inspiring patients to seek the care they deserve. [ Click here to visit Eye Deserve More’s patient & public landing page.] This page is exclusively for members and affiliates to stay informed on the latest campaign updates, share impactful doctor-patient testimonials, and access communications toolkits where you’ll find ready-to-use videos, social media and newsletter content, and a variety of creative assets to support your outreach efforts. Campaign resources 2026 Eye Deserve More Toolkit: Kike Hernández : Leveraging Hernández’s story, we’re connecting with the public with real-life examples of how eye and vision health can impact performance. Use this toolkit to join the effort. Materials include newsletter content, a template press release, social media and more!   Eye Deserve More Toolkit : The Impact of Excessive Screen Time Health Report Millions of Americans are exposed to excessive screen time, particularly those who work in office jobs, and are at higher risk of developing digital eye strain. AOA doctors want to help patients manage their eye health and prevent symptoms that can impact a person’s ability to work and wellbeing.   Learn more about the AOA’s  report  on the impact of unmanaged screen time. Monthly Social Media Calendar : Use the monthly social media calendar to easily plan and schedule content in advance. Every month, the AOA will update the calendar to include social posts, images and customizable content that coincides with AOA’s own activities. We ask all partners to organically post on their social channels each month. Patient recruitment guidelines :  As part of the AOA’s Eye Deserve More campaign, we are looking for doctors and patients who would be interested in sharing their stories. Your how-to guide to collecting patient testimonials. Read the stories  that have already been shared. Want to get involved? Get in touch! Fill out my online form . Share your story in the form below or submit it via email to Yakesha Cooper, AOA’s public relations manager, at ycooper@aoa.org . Fill out my online form . Frequently Asked Questions What is Eye Deserve More?        Eye Deserve More isn’t just a moment. Since its launch in 2021, this national, consumer-focused initiative by the American Optometric Association (AOA) takes a stand that every American deserves in-person comprehensive care from an AOA doctor of optometry as part of their overall health ​ and wellbeing. Every year, the AOA creates new, exciting ways to connect with patients and the public, activating them to take control of their own eye care and spread the word about its importance to others.   What’s the point of the campaign?     Eye Deserve More helps people understand the critical role doctors of optometry play as a primary healthcare provider to keep our eyes and whole body healthy. Even those with perfect vision should see a doctor of optometry in person annually.    ‘The Eye’ Campaign  What is The Eye and its purpose? How is AOA using The Eye to educate the public about eye health and the importance of annual exams with a doctor of optometry? The Eye is a conceptual product that serves as a visually compelling educational tool to highlight the immense power of human eyes and the importance of eye health. It’s meant to intrigue, and then challenge people to rethink the way they obsess over the latest and greatest smartphones, computers, and tablets, but often neglect the most advanced tech they already possess — their eyes. The Eye's physical components represent real capabilities of the human eye, representing a level of sophistication that current technology cannot physically replicate. This underscores the need to prioritize and care for the unparalleled technology we already have over the tech that can’t compare.   Who designed The Eye?   The Eye was designed by Sebastian Arrieta, a renowned industrial designer with extensive experience in developing consumer tech and eye-related devices, alongside AOA doctors of optometry who advised on the design.    How does The Eye compare to the human eye?     Although the product itself is conceptual, all capabilities discussed about The Eye are true to the human visual system. The design of The Eye is not representative of the location or scale of eye anatomy, since The Eye design aims to represent the power of two eyes and the brain into one small device.    How can we interact with and/or learn more about The Eye?   You can interact with the digital model of The Eye and learn more about the human eye by visiting SeeTheEye.com    Workplace Wellness Campaign   What is the purpose of this report? Eye Deserve More is reaching a population that spends extended hours on screens and may feel too busy to seek the care they deserve: those in the workplace. The report highlights the impact of unmanaged screentime and how scheduling an in-person comprehensive eye exam with an AOA doctor can prevent further costs to an individual’s healthcare, productivity and well-being.   What are the key findings from this report?   The report found that over 100 million working age Americans spend more than seven hours of their day in front of screens, resulting in an estimated $73 billion in health system, productivity, and wellbeing costs in 2023. Regular visits to an optometrist could potentially deliver up to $61 billion in benefits to individuals, government, and society per year from improved productivity and wellbeing.   The AOA is thrilled to introduce a new campaign for 2021 and onward that highlights the power of doctors of optometry to be true partners with patients in caring for their overall health and well-being. 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Please use the online form below to submit your ODSC dues payments 0.5 website summary_large_image 20230727T19:50:53 20230727T19:50:53 Basic 20260503T11:38:44 20230727195053 20230727195053 x17098 ~/x17098.xml ATTENTION: Immediate product recall notice for two Regener-Eyes products basic 2702 x23388---InSiteSearch /attention-immediate-product-recall-notice-for-two-regener-eyes-products 2.309401 <_SOURCE_>DssContentSearchSource <_SOURCENAME_>InSiteSearch <_TYPE_O_>Basic x23388 20260503T11:48:03 1 <_START_TIME_>00010101000000 <_END_TIME_>99991231235959 /attention-immediate-product-recall-notice-for-two-regener-eyes-products 20260507T08:36:36 x33/x2/x8076/x20038/x23388 <_ANCESTRY_>x33|x2|x8076|x20038|x23388 <_ANCESTRY_T_>x33 x2 x8076 x20038 x23388 All eye care providers should be alert to a voluntary recall issued on Dec. 17 by Regenerative Processing Plant, LLC , for the following products:   Regener-Eyes Professional® (NDC: 82305-003-01)   Regener-Eyes Lite® (NDC: 82305-006-01)   The company has indicated that a voluntary recall is necessary due to a packaging integrity issue with the eyedropper dispensing applicators, specifically, their lack of a backflow prevention mechanism. This poses a risk for potential illness and sickness, the company says, as a backflow prevention mechanism helps maintain product sterility and ensures user safety.   Required actions   Examine Inventory. Identify and quarantine affected products on Table I and II of the official recall form for lot numbers. Notify Customers. Please alert patients and include a copy of Regener-Eyes recall notification letter. Destroy Affected Products. Please eliminate these products according to local regulations and complete the official recall form to describe actions taken.   For further information, please contact the company’s recall coordinator . Federal notice   The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning letter to Regenerative Processing Plant, LLC, on Aug. 16, that called attention to manufacturing violations for finished pharmaceuticals, including the contamination risk due to a lack of backflow prevention device. 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