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Prevent Blindness America recently launched Star Pupils, a program specifically designed to educate parents on what they can do to ensure healthy eyesight for their kids.

Parents may log on to www.Starpupils.org and receive free information on everything from common eye conditions in children to tips on how to protect eyes from injury while playing sports.

Starpupils.org also houses a unique and easy-to-use comprehensive database for children’s vision care requirements for entering schools. 

Another added feature of the Star Pupils Web site is “The Children and Eye Problems Web Discussion Forum,” which allows parents the opportunity to discuss all subjects ranging from general information on eye conditions such as amblyopia and its treatment, to shared experiences and emotional support.

The online community has grown to be the most active forum on the Prevent Blindness America Web site with more than 500 active members.

Prevent Blindness America also offers “The Eye Patch Club,” a program geared toward children with amblyopia and their families. 

The Eye Patch Club program is designed to encourage children to wear their patches as prescribed by their doctor. The Eye Patch Club kit may be purchased for $12.95. Proceeds will go to Prevent Blindness America’s sight-saving programs, including free vision screenings.

For more information, call Prevent Blindness America at 800-331-2020 or visit www.starpupils.org.