Patients visiting their optometrist in the US are currently taking advantage of free taxi journeys because of a partnership between the American Optometric Association (AOA) and ride share company Lyft.
Anyone travelling to the optometrist in 10 US cities can claim a free round trip, while the offer lasts, as part of the AOA’s campaign to increase access to eye care.
Barbara Horn, president of the AOA, said: ‘We want to ensure people are able to attend their annual comprehensive eye exams and understand the importance of protecting not only their vision, but their overall health.
‘By partnering with Lyft, we are able to help more people overcome a significant barrier and allow them to see an AOA doctor of optometry.’
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