Although any child can develop eye problems, children with developmental disabilities have an increased risk. Visual problems can create additional challenges for children with developmental issues. March is National Developmental Disabilities Month. It is a good time to bring attention to eye problems in children with developmental issues. 

Growing older usually brings some physical and possibly life changes. Certain vision changes are also normal as we age, but not all changes are inevitable.

September is Healthy Aging Month. It is a good reminder that we play a role in our aging process and how healthy we stay. Keep reading below to learn more about how our eyes change as we get older and what we can do to maintain healthy eyes. 
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Eye conditions affect children of all ages, including school-age children. Getting an accurate diagnosis is important to obtain the right treatment. Untreated eye problems can affect a child’s emotional, social, and educational development.
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School-age children are usually old enough to let you know if they have blurred vision or other problems, but in some instances, children might not realize something is off with their vision. 
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Whether you wear glasses just for reading or use them all the time, it is important to know how to take good care of your glasses and make sure they meet your needs. Keep reading below to learn more about ongoing eyeglass maintenance. 

Refractive errors are the most common type of vision problem. According to the National Eye Institute, about 150 million people have some form of refractive error.