National Eye Health Education Program (NEHEP)
NEHEP aims to prevent vision loss by spreading the word about the importance of eye health. This program emphasizes early detection and treatment and promotes the benefits of vision rehabilitation for those living with vision loss.
Program Areas
NEHEP works closely with health professionals and health educators to raise awareness about eye health. The program emphasizes early detection and treatment and promotes the benefits of vision rehabilitation for those living with vision loss. Key topics and audiences include:
Campaigns
Our campaigns bring important eye health information and initiatives to life. Keep an eye out for these opportunities to connect.
See Our Campaigns in Action
Bring Your Future into Focus
The Eye on the Future Teen Video Contest inspires the next generation to see their future in science. U.S. high school students can enter their videos for a chance to win.
Focus on Healthy Vision
May is Healthy Vision Month! Taking care of your whole body helps take care of your eyes. Learn how healthy habits can protect your vision and why making eye health a priority matters at every age.
Eye Health Is My Health
Eye Health, My Health is an eye health campaign for Black/African American communities that emphasizes eye health as a key part of overall health.
Outreach Materials
Materials Library
Get the resources you need to educate and inform. We have hundreds of printable fact sheets, handouts, and other materials on everything from general eye health to specific diseases and conditions.
Eye Health Data and Statistics
Several government agencies collect, analyze, and report estimated data on eye diseases and conditions. You can use their work to develop tailored eye health education programs for your priority audience.
More from NEI
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Do you wonder what life is like with vision loss?
With the “See What I See” VR app, you can get a firsthand look at what it’s like to have vision loss from common eye diseases – including age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts.
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Want to learn more about eye health?
Get more info about protecting your vision at every age, common eye conditions, vision rehabilitation, and how to find an eye doctor near you. We also offer tools and resources to help spread the word about eye health in your community.