Did you know over three million Americans have glaucoma? According to the National Eye Institute, this number is expected to climb to 4.2 million by 2030.

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in people 50 years or older. In recognition of AMD Awareness Month, we’ve compiled important information to know about this disease.

The impact age has on the body is not limited to gray hair or wrinkles. Age can also bring changes that can weaken or alter your vision. While some age-related vision problems can be inevitable, there are things you can do to help protect your eyes and vision:

Contact lenses can provide a convenient and effective way to correct vision. In fact, an estimated 45 million Americans wear contact lenses. To enjoy the comfort and benefits of contact lenses, it is important that wearers maintain healthy wear and care habits.

At VBA, we strive to make sure our members have a pleasant and positive experience when visiting their eye care provider. That’s why we asked Chad Cygnarowicz, our Underwriting Manager and certified optician, to explain the dispensing process and what members should expect.

Accidents happen. In fact, accidents involving common household products cause 125,000 eye injuries each year. When an accident occurs, it’s important to be prepared so you can react quickly and safely. To help protect your eyes in the event of an accident, we’ve compiled some basic first aid tips ...

Did you know that fireworks cause over 9,000 visits to the emergency room each year?

Eye health can make a major impact on employee productivity, as well as the company’s bottom line.