Eyecare FAQ: February

Make use of the graphics available

February marks Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness and Low Vision Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to highlight the importance of eye health.

This awareness period provides an excellent opportunity to educate patients on how to protect their eyesight, and to share practical advice that can make everyday life easier for those living with low vision.

Throughout February, Eyecare FAQ will be focusing on key eye health topics including macular degeneration, low vision, myopia and dry eye.

We’ll use a mix of frequently asked questions, engaging graphics and simple jargon busters to ensure information is easy to understand and accessible to everyone.

February also includes Valentine’s Day, offering a timely opportunity to encourage patients to ‘love their eyes’.

Suggested social media posts for February:
• ‘An eye examination is a vital health check for your eyes. When was your last one?’
• ‘Three simple changes can make life easier if your sight is poor: make things bigger, bolder, brighter and everyday tasks become more manageable and enjoyable’
• ‘Looking after your eyes matters. Protecting your eyes from the sun, eating a balanced diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, and stopping smoking may all help slow the progression of macular degeneration’

Don’t forget to make your social media posts stand out with Eyecare FAQ’s graphics.

You can find FAQs on all these topics and in the Eyecare FAQ web section, and graphics in the Eyecare FAQ resources for members section.

Remember: you can find Eyecare FAQ on Facebook, X, Pinterest and Instagram.