In Focus: Hey, teacher! Don’t leave those kids alone

Hoya Lens UK has launched resources to help eye care professionals in the UK and Ireland engage with schools and educate children about eye health.

The Eye Care We Care scheme partnered teachers with local practitioners to increase awareness among children in key stage two of eye conditions, such as myopia.

Optical practices that become accredited partners of Hoya’s initiative were provided with an interactive presentation, as well as guidance and tips on how to approach schools.

Hoya said involvement in the scheme would integrate optical practices into their local community and provided an opportunity to grow businesses.

Andy Sanders, professional services manager at Hoya Lens UK, said: ‘Hoya has always been passionate about eye care and by raising the importance of eye health in schools we aim to support a lifetime of awareness for teachers, parents and guardians, and ultimately the children of the future.’