Bill > S0228

This resolution recognizes August 2025 as "Amblyopia Awareness Month" in Florida, highlighting the critical importance of early detection and treatment of amblyopia, a condition that is the most common cause of vision loss in children. The resolution emphasizes that amblyopia and other vision-threatening disorders can cause permanent vision damage if not identified and treated early, particularly before a child reaches 5 years of age. It notes that currently less than 20 percent of preschool children are screened for vision problems, despite screening being covered by many insurance plans. The resolution is supported by professional organizations like the Florida Society of Ophthalmology and the For Eye Care Foundation, which advocate for statewide preschool vision screening with the goal of testing all children between 3 and 5 years old. By designating an awareness month, the resolution aims to educate parents and healthcare providers about the importance of early vision screening and potential interventions for childhood vision disorders.

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/228