News - Prevent Blindness North Carolina

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...

Jun

Meet Ashley and Gavin – PBNC’s 2025-2026 Ambassador Team

Each year, our screening and training programs reach thousands of North Carolinians—from developing preschoolers to older adults in later life. We regularly collect success stories...

Jun

PBNC’s Community Vision Program Awarded Second Year of Funding from Camber Foundation

We are thrilled to announce that Prevent Blindness North Carolina (PBNC) has been awarded a second year of funding from the Camber Foundation to continue...

Mar

Dr. Kyle Eaton: A Visionary Partner Making a Difference

Prevent Blindness North Carolina (PBNC) is proud to recognize Dr. Kyle Eaton as an exemplary member of our Visionary Partners initiative allows eye care professionals...

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