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American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus The American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus recommend timely screening for the early detection and treatment of eye and vision problems in America's children. This includes institution of rigorous vision screening during the preschool years. Early detection of treatable eye disease in infancy and childhood can have far reaching implications for vision and, in some cases, for general health. Good vision is essential for proper physical development and educational progress in growing children. Vision screening programs should provide widespread, effective testing of preschool and early school-age children. Many serious ocular conditions, which can be found at screening are treatable, if identified in the preschool and early school-aged years. |