News - Prevent Blindness North Carolina

Mar

More Ways to Make a Difference for Healthy Vision

When most people think about giving to Prevent Blindness North Carolina, writing a check or making an online donation is the first thing that comes...

Dec

Another Successful Year at the NC State Fair Screening Booth

This year’s NC State Fair retinal screening booth was a success. Over the course of 11 days, PBNC staff and volunteers provided screenings to 958...

Dec

A Visionary Success in Tyrrell County

Prevent Blindness North Carolina (PBNC), through its Vision Screening Training Program, partnered with the IFB Solutions to deliver critical eye care to students in Tyrrell...

Dec

A Busy Start to the Year for PBNC’s Preschool Vision Screening Program

As the holiday season approaches, many of us think about giving. At Prevent Blindness NC, our focus remains on one of the most meaningful gifts of...

Oct

Prevent Blindness North Carolina Invites Local Media to Receive Free Vision Screenings at the 2025 NC State Fair

IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information: Prevent Blindness North Carolina Edwin Jeffords, President & CEO 919-755-5044 x107 [email protected] RALEIGH, NC – Prevent Blindness North Carolina...

Sep

Does your child’s preschool program offer FREE vision screenings?

As summer winds down and classrooms get busy again, it’s a great time to make sure our youngest learners are ready to see, learn, and...

Sep

Back to School 2025: Vision Isn’t Just About Seeing – It’s About Thriving

As kids head back to school with sharpened pencils and fresh sneakers, there’s one thing that might not be on your checklist—but should be: their vision....

Sep

Celebrating a Visionary Partner: Dr. Nicole Lynch

Prevent Blindness North Carolina is honored to recognize Dr. Nicole Lynch of Gaston Eye Associates as one of our valued Visionary Partners. Dr. Lynch plays a...

Aug

Prevent Blindness Announces New Diabetes + the Eyes Advisory Committee

IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information: Prevent Blindness Sarah Hecker (312) 363-6035 [email protected] CHICAGO (Aug. 12, 2025)- Prevent Blindness, the nation’s leading patient advocacy organization...

Jun

Summer sun blazing? Don’t forget to protect your children’s eyes!

The Certification Department reminds families that sunglasses are essential for protecting children’s eyes from harmful UV rays, which can lead to long-term vision problems. As...

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