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Back to school time is quickly approaching. Children gain about 80% of their knowledge through sight. Regular eye examinations are an important part of learning and overall health and may be used to aid in diagnosis of certain serious health problems. In addition, the AOA recommends that parents contact their optometrist if their child frequently: 1. Loses place while reading 2. Avoids close work 3. Has headaches 4. Turns or tilts head 5. Makes frequent reversals when reading or writing 6. Uses finger to maintain place when reading 7. Omits or confuses small words when reading 8. Consistently performs below potential 9. Struggles to complete homework 10. Squints while reading or watching television 11 Has behavioral problems 12. Holds reading material closer than normal
Posted on: Thu, 25 Jul 2013 13:24:58 +0000

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