Nearly 75% of Kids Vision issues are missed at school screenings

By Shelley Irwin

Published July 30, 2025 at 10:46 AM EDT

We talk to Dr. Jacquie Bowen, OD, President, American Optometric Association Board of Trustees.

Nearly 75% of Kids Vision issues are missed at school screenings. We talk to Dr. Jacquie Bowen, OD, President, American Optometric Association Board of Trustees, about a comprehensive eye exam, the recommended frequency of eye exams and tips for parents to help protect their children's eye health.

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Shelley Irwin

Shelley Irwin is the host and producer for The Shelley Irwin Show, a news magazine talk-show format on the local NPR affiliate Monday through Friday. The show, broadcast at 9 a.m., features a wide variety of local and national news makers, plus special features.

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