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Eye On Diabetes – Austin, Texas

Posted on September 2nd, 2010 by jeffst
The VSP Eye on Diabetes campaign has wrapped up another successful event in Austin, TX  on Friday August 27, 2010. VSP Vision Care has partnered with the American Diabetes Association and the Texas Optometric Association to raise awareness for the connection between eye health and diabetes for the state of Texas.  SeeZar, one of three VSP Mobile Clinics, helped over 100 Austin residents in need with free eyecare, eyewear and diabetes screenings. State Representative Mark Strama showed his support for the campaign and the important role Optometrists play in the detection and treatment of health issues, including diabetes.  The Austin event was the third stop in the Eye on Diabetes campaign, reaching a statewide audience.
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The Eye on Diabetes campaign makes its way to Austin, Texas

Posted on August 26th, 2010 by Lisa P.

The Eye on Diabetes campaign hits Austin, Texas tomorrow, August 27th. VSP Vision Care is partnering with the American Diabetes Association and the Texas Optometric Association to provide free eyecare, eyewear and diabetes screenings to underserved/underinsured Austin residents with or at-risk of diabetes.

VSP provider Dr. Laura Miller with Northwest Hills Eyecare spoke with FOX7 – KTBC to discuss the connection between eye exams and diabetes and to preview the Austin event.

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Eye on Diabetes Day in Kansas

Posted on August 18th, 2010 by Lisa P.

Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson declared Friday, July 30, 2010, Eye on Diabetes Day in Kansas. VSP Vision Care partnered with the American Diabetes Association, Kansas State Optometric Association and the Kansas Diabetes Action Council to provide free eyecare, eyewear and diabetes screenings to underserved/underinsured Kansas residents with or at-risk of having diabetes.

Here’s a clip of Governor Parkinson reading the proclamation, local optometrists who volunteered their time, and patients who received the service.

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We were able to help over 65 residents receive much-needed eyecare on Eye on Diabetes Day.

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VSP Eye on Diabetes Campaign in Topeka

Posted on July 30th, 2010 by Jill N

The VSP Eye on Diabetes campaign has made its way to Topeka, KS, the second stop on the campaign trail. VSP Dr. Diana Carriger spent some time with the local NBC affiliate, KSNT 27, Wednesday morning to discuss the campaign and upcoming charitable outreach event that will happen today, Friday, July 30th, in partnership with the American Diabetes Association, Kansas State Optometric Association and the Kansas Diabetes Action Council.

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VSP Eye on Diabetes Campaign Kicks Off in Little Rock

Posted on May 28th, 2010 by Jill N
Jill N. is a member of the VSP Global Public Relations team.

Jill N. is a member of the VSP Global Public Relations team.

Recently VSP announced the launch of VSP Eye on Diabetes, a five state campaign created in response to the increasing spread of diabetes across the U.S. A lot of people (did you know?) are unaware that diabetes can be detected through an annual eye exam, sometimes as much as five years earlier than through a Fasting Blood Glucose (Blood Sugar) test! 

Our first stop on the campaign trail was Little Rock, AR on May 21-22. In partnership with the American Diabetes Association Little Rock chapter and the Arkansas Optometric Association, VSP provided free eye exams, eyewear and diabetes screenings to residents in need who had or were at risk of developing diabetes.

It’s been found that 61% of Americans with vision coverage go in for their annual eye exams vs. just 21% who get an annual physical! This provides an opportunity for optometrists to be the first to detect a variety of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, in a patient. With new information pertaining to diabetes continuing to be introduced, it is important to realize that your VSP private practice eye doctor is being provided the most recent information available pertaining to diabetes and eyecare and is a key component to a patients diabetes-care team. You can find more information at the VSP Diabetes Discovery Center.

Check out the video of the day of outreach in Little Rock, narrated by the Mayor of Little Rock, Mark Stodola.

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Congratulations Tyreke Evans on Rookie of the Year!

Posted on April 29th, 2010 by Melissa W.
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Tyreke Evans, Pro Basketball Star

VSP congratulates pro basketball star Tyreke Evans on being named the Rookie of the Year! Tyreke had an amazing season which included averaging 20 points, 5 assists and 5 rebounds per game. Only three other pro basketball players have ever done this in their rookie year – Oscar Robertson, Michael Jordan and Lebron James. Tyreke’s success this past season also includes leading a remarkable 35-point comeback to beat the Chicago Bulls last December.

When Tyreke’s not playing basketball, he’s giving back as a spokesperson for the American Diabetes Association, a cause that VSP also supports. VSP and Tyreke recently issued a challenge for everyone to join the movement to Stop Diabetes by taking the Diabetes Risk Test.

Tyreke has shown a great deal of commitment to both his sport and the community. VSP thanks you for all that you do, both on and off the court, Tyreke!

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Are you at risk for diabetes?

Posted on March 23rd, 2010 by Melissa W.

Today is the 22nd Annual American Diabetes Association Alert DaySM. Diabetes Alert Day is day set aside each year to raise awareness about the seriousness of type 2 diabetes, particularly when it is left undiagnosed or untreated. The American Diabetes Association is encouraging everyone to join the movement to Stop Diabetes by taking the Diabetes Risk Test. The risk test is a series of simple questions about weight, age, family history and other potential risks for pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.  It shows you if you’re at low, moderate, or high risk for diabetes. 

Pro basketball player, Tyreke Evans, knows how serious diabetes is, and he’s committed to raising awareness about it. On Diabetes Alert Day, he’s taking the Diabetes Risk Test and is challenging you to do the same. Find out what your risk is so you can make proactive choices about your health, and don’t forget to share the test with your family and friends! For more information about Tyreke’s challenge, click here.

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VSP Vision Care is proud to be a National Strategic Partner with the American Diabetes Association and is committed to the cause.

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Pro Basketball Star Tyreke Evans Issues Diabetes Challenge

Posted on March 19th, 2010 by Melissa W.
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Tyreke Evans

I’m Tyreke Evans, a professional basketball player and a spokesperson for the American Diabetes Association. Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010, is the American Diabetes Alert Day, where I am challenging you to take the Diabetes Risk Test with me.

Type 2 Diabetes is extremely serious, especially when left undiagnosed or untreated. My mother and grandmother were diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes last year. This was a wake-up call to my family and we began to focus on eating better and exercising more. Type 2 Diabetes can be easily prevented or delayed by losing just 5-7% of body weight through regular physical activity (30 minutes a day, 5 days a week) and eating a healthy diet. I exercise 5 days a week for 2 hours a day and eat a healthy diet ensuring my risk of acquiring type 2 diabetes is very low.

On Diabetes Alert Day, I challenge you to take the Diabetes Risk Test and compare your score with mine. The test requires you to answer simple questions about potential risk factors for pre-diabetes or type 2 Diabetes. After you have completed the test, you will know whether you are at a low, moderate, or high risk for diabetes and you will be able to compare your results to mine. Remember, this is your life and only you can change the risk factors that lead to diseases like type 2 diabetes.

For more information about me, visit www.standwithtyreke.com.

If you take Tyreke’s challenge, let us know!

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Take Charge of Your Health – Know Your Risk

Posted on March 11th, 2010 by Melissa W.

Picture-34Do you know if you’re at risk for developing type 2 diabetes? Studies have shown that type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed by losing just 5-7% of body weight through regular physical activity and healthy eating. However, 57 million Americans currently have pre-diabetes. That’s one in every five people! Pre-diabetes places you at increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes, and, if current trends continue, one out of three children born today will face a future with diabetes.

On March 23, the American Diabetes Association will be encouraging people to join the Stop Diabetes movement by taking the Diabetes Risk Test. You’ll find the risk test, healthy lifestyle tips and more at stopdiabetes.com.

VSP Vision Care is a National Strategic Partner of the American Diabetes Association and is committed to joining the fight to STOP DIABETES.

 

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A surprise visitor during free day with VSP Vision Care!

Posted on December 14th, 2009 by Jill N

Last week in San Francisco, Exploratorium guests were invited to peer into the science of seeing with VSP Vision Care. During an Exploratorium Free Wednesday on December 2nd, kids and families had the opportunity to tour SeeZar, one of the VSP Mobile Eyes® clinics, Ask the VSP eye doctor, Jim Winnick, all sorts of questions (which animal has a brain that weighs less then its eye?), spin a prize wheel, and participate in intriguing, eyes-on activities inspired by the Exploratorium’s Seeing exhibit collection. As if all of this wasn’t enough fun for the day, we had one more surprise in store for everyone, a visit by San Francisco’s Kyle Rose, member of the Team Type 1 professional cycling team!

Guests had the opportunity to ask questions about diabetes, cycling and receive autographs and pictures with the local star during his last appearance stateside as he prepared to move to Paris, France, where he will be racing for the 2010 season.

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Kyle interacted with the kids…”you get to ride bikes for a job??” “Do you ride bikes with Lance Armstrong?” “I have a purple bike…but it’s broke.” “I bet you need really good eyes to see where you are going.” “Have you crashed before?” (OK, this last question was actually me. And yes, he just finished healing from a gnarly crash where he was clipped by another rider, flipped over his handlebars into a ditch and broke multiple ribs!) Read more »

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