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Closing the Pediatric Eye Care Gap

Who gets a pediatric eye exam — and who doesn’t?

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  • March 10, 2026

  • 4 min

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A recent study published in the Journal of AAPOS uncovers significant gaps in pediatric eye care access in the US, revealing that only 39.5% of children under 18 received an eye exam in the past year. Key determinants of access include age, parental education, and economic factors such as health insurance status and costs. Children from families with lower educational attainment or those uninsured face challenges in accessing necessary eye care. The findings stress the need for targeted public health initiatives to improve eye exam follow-through for at-risk children.

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Closing the Pediatric Eye Care Gap

Who gets a pediatric eye exam — and who doesn’t?

  • March 10, 2026

  • 4 min

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