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Eye Examinations

Programs that conduct a series of tests which measure an individual's visual acuity, identify refractive errors that cause poor vision and check for eye diseases such as glaucoma; and prescribe corrective lenses in situations where there are vision problems. Eye examinations are offered by optometrists and ophthalmologists and are usually available through mobile eye clinics.

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Eye Care Referrals

Programs that link people who are in need of vision care or medical services relating to eye injuries or diseases with practitioners who are qualified in the desired area of specialization.

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Eye Care

Programs that are concerned with maintaining or improving the health of the eyes and their appropriate functioning as the organs of sight.

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The above terms and definitions are part of the Taxonomy of Human Services, used here by permission of INFO LINE of Los Angeles.


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