2026 Vision Health Resource Calendar
See the year bright and clear
This is more than a calendar. It’s a resource library of preventative care and reminders for your employees. Use these articles, interactive features and tools to promote vision health throughout the year.
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January
National Glaucoma Awareness Month
Make a date for your eyes: your annual exam
Eye exams are not just for updating prescriptions for glasses and contacts— they can tell us a lot about our overall health.
Understanding your benefits
Start the year off by have a solid understanding of your vision benefits. Check out this interactive tool that makes the vision benefit experience easy, from finding your Member ID to scheduling your next eye exam.
Are you at risk for glaucoma?
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. The good news? If glaucoma is detected and treated early, its progression can be slowed or stopped. That’s why it’s important to know if you’re at risk.
February
Age-related Macular Degeneration | Low Vision Awareness Month
Need Help Finding the Right Eye Doctor for You?
Finding the right eye doctor can help you protect your eyes and vision. By doing your homework, you are sure to find one to help you take good care of the sense you value most — your vision.
Low Vision: at a glance
In honor of February being Low Vision Awareness Month, let’s dig deeper into what Low Vision means, what causes it and how to manage it.
All about age-related macular degeneration
Take a closer look at detecting and preventing a condition that affects millions of Americans aged 40 or older.
March
Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Eye exams and your eye doctor
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, so let’s learn all about the importance of annual eye exams and why they are key to maintaining good eye health.
4 questions to ask your child’s eye doctor
There is a strong link between vision and learning, yet many vision conditions in children go un-diagnosed. As a parent, you might not know what to expect during your child’s visit, so here are a few questions you can ask the provider while you’re there.
Importance of eye exams
Hear from Optometrist Dr. Bradley Powers about why a comprehensive eye exam isn’t just for getting an updated prescription— but a critical part of preventative care.
April
Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month | Sports Eye Safety Month | Presbyopia Awareness Month
All eyes on women's health
As we spend more time this month focusing on the incredible strengths and influence women bring to our local, national and global community, it’s also a great time to become more familiar with some of the vision-related health concerns women face.
Eye condition simulator
Look through the lens of common eye conditions and discover how to potentially treat or prevent them.
Exercise your way to healthy eyes
Staying active keeps our minds and bodies in shape, but it can also be the key to healthier eyes. See how.
May
Healthy Vision Month
A look at your overall health
You have your annual physicals. You see your dentist regularly. You’ve got this healthcare thing down. But is seeing your eye doctor on that list? It should be.
The vitamin that is essential to our eye health
Vitamin D not only helps build stronger bones, it can also be beneficial to your eye health. Here’s some ways to make Vitamin D part of your every day.
How to make sure your child isn’t the 1 in 4 with an undetected vision issue
Strong visual systems are essential for your child’s overall development. Here’s how to make sure you’re helping them develop and sharpen their vision at every stage.
June
Cataract Awareness Month | Fireworks Eye Safety Month
3 Ps of summer eyewear: Protection, polarization, panache
While most sunglasses have some form of sun protection, not all are created equal. We’re unpacking the three P’s to keep in mind for summer eyewear.
Put your best face forward
Just like your sneaker collection or go-to jewelry, eyewear is an important part of your wardrobe. A style statement that’s front and center, eyewear is an accessory where health meets fashion, so it’s important you choose a frame that’s right for you.
Are Transitions® lenses right for you?
With warmer months on the horizon, now is a great time to use your EyeMed benefits to keep your eyes protected. Learn more about Transitions® lenses, including the latest style, GEN S.
July
UV Safety Month | Dry Eye Awareness Month
Here comes the sun (and how you can protect your eyes)
The days are getting warmer and longer. Here’s how to protect your eyes from those harsh UV rays this summer and year-round.
Dry eyes in the house – causes and treatments for a common vision problem
With straining and itchy discomfort, dry eyes can be tough on everyone. Read on about how to relieve, treat and potentially prevent them.
All about eye color
Wondering how you got your one-of-a-kind eye color? Learn how eye color is determined and some easy ways to keep eyes healthy.
August
National Eye Exam Month | Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
5 reasons to observe National Eye Exam Month
August is National Eye Exam Month and the perfect time to prioritize your family’s eye health. Here are 5 key reasons why.
Refractive errors
Our interactive simulator shows you how different types of common refractive errors can affect your vision.
8 Back-to-school rules to help protect your kids' eyes
With school around the corner, let’s learn how we can keep our kids’ vision focused and healthy.
September
Healthy Aging Month
Age-proof your vision
The major causes of vision impairment and blindness in older adults are age-related eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration. Learn the ways to proactively age-proof your vision.
Is LASIK for you? Let's see
Whether for professional demands, active lifestyles or just personal preference, many people can benefit from LASIK.
A clear vision for peace of mind
You might not realize it, but your vision can have an impact on your mental health. So, prioritize your overall health and mental well-being by scheduling an annual eye exam.
October
Contact Lens Safety Month | Audiology Awareness Month
Caring for your contact lenses: 9 tips every wearer should know
Contact lenses are a convenient way to see life clearly. Here are some essential care and safety tips to stay focused on.
World Sight Day
World Sight Day (WSD), celebrated annually on the second Thursday of October, is dedicated to bringing awareness to vision impairment and focuses attention on the importance of good vision.
World Sight Day
World Sight Day (WSD), celebrated annually on the second Thursday of October, is dedicated to bringing awareness to vision impairment and focuses attention on the importance of good vision.
November
Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
Are you at risk for diabetic retinopathy?
Understand how diabetic retinopathy can appear in the eyes and why comprehensive eye exams can be key to managing symptoms.
Struggling with clear vision at night? You’re not alone
Read about essential tips and new innovations to make night driving easier and clearer.
Managing thyroid eye disease
Discover the risks and symptoms of thyroid eye disease and how an eye doctor could help.
December
National Safe Toys and Gifts Month
Eye Safety and the Holidays
It’s important to keep your eyes safe and healthy all year long, but the holiday season tends to put us in situations where we might need to be extra careful with our eyesight – it’s a precious gift, after all
5 ways to use your vision benefits before they expire
It’s important to stay up to date on your wellness and take full advantage of your annual health benefits. Here are 5 ways you can use your vision benefits before they expire.
How winter weather impacts your eyes and what you can do about it
Don’t let colder temps and strong winds slow your eyes down. Dive into winter weather eye problems and ways to fix them.