FL S1252

Recognizes August 2020 as "Amblyopia Awareness Month" in Florida

Highlights that amblyopia is the most common cause of vision loss in children and can cause permanent vision loss if not detected and treated early, especially before age 5

Notes that fewer than 20 percent of preschool children are currently screened for vision problems, despite screening being covered by many health insurance plans

Encourages parents to have children screened for vision problems prior to preschool admission

Acknowledges the Florida Society of Ophthalmology and For Eye Care Foundation's goal of testing all children between ages 3 and 5