Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 4, Number 9, 1 September 1987 — Free Vision Tests Given to Children [ARTICLE]

Free Vision Tests Given to Children

Free vision screenings for children ages 4 to 13 will be given by members of the Hawaii Optometric Association during the week of Aug. 31 through Sept. 4. "We want to identify children with vision problems, to educate the public about vision care, and to motivate parents and children to take proper care of their eyes," said Dr. Jan Hirakawa. HOA Dresident.

Nearly 20 percent of all children 12 years of age and under have vision problems, many of whieh ean go undetected by a school eye examination. For more information on the vision screening, parents may eall the following contacts: Honolulu (Hawaii Kai to Kaimuki), 734-4343; Honolulu (Moiliili to Ala Moana), 524-0111; Honolulu (Downtown to Kalihi), 533-7478; Leeward Oahu, 487-5500; Central Oahu, 6375048; Windward Oahu, 262-2330; Hawaii, 329-5253; Kauai, 245-2772; Maui, 244-4810.