08/01/2026
August is National Eye Exam Month!
At Lions Eye Bank of the Northeast, we know that healthy vision begins with a comprehensive eye exam. National Eye Exam Month is a timely reminder that an annual dilated eye exam does more than update your prescription — it can detect early signs of glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and other conditions that threaten sight.
Early detection saves vision. When eye disease is caught in its earliest stages, treatment is more effective and vision loss can often be prevented or slowed. For those who ultimately face corneal blindness, the gift of eye donation restores sight and transforms lives.
This month, we encourage everyone in our community to schedule an eye exam. Whether you have 20/20 vision or wear corrective lenses, a routine checkup is one of the most important steps you can take for your long-term eye health.