Here are some interesting facts about vision and eye care
from articles in our journals:
www.thevisioncareinstitute.com/globalsurvey
New research reveals that nearly half those surveyed (44%) share the misguided belief that seeing well translates to good eye health.
Eight-in-ten respondents (79%) believe that improving their vision will impact their enjoyment of life.
More than seven-in-ten respondents (72%) say that improving their vision will also help them feel better about themselves and give them more confidence.
Parents/caregivers around the world strongly believe that improving their children's vision would have comparatively more of an impact on their children's lives than their own.
Despite these reported beliefs, however, only half (54%) of survey participants have ever had a comprehensive eye exam.
More than one-in-three parents/caregivers have never taken their child under 18 years of age for any type of vision assessment.
Among respondents who say they do not intend to have an eye exam in the next 12 months, the most common reasons cited were "haven't really thought about it" (34%), "no perceived vision issues" (30%), and "vision isn't bad enough to warrant going for an exam" (26%).
Cost does not appear to be a significant barrier. Globally, only 10% of those who say they do not intend to have an eye exam in the next year cite not being able to afford an exam as a reason not to have one.
In the United States, however, this number jumps to 27%.