FL S0724

Recognizes August 2026 as "Amblyopia Awareness Month" in Florida

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

Less than 20 percent of preschool children are currently screened for vision problems despite insurance coverage availability

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

Supported by the Florida Society of Ophthalmology and For Eye Care Foundation, Inc., which promote statewide preschool vision screening for children ages 3-5