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October 28, 2007
Eyes on Capitol Hill
Prevent Blindness Tri-State and Prevent Blindness America are hosting the third annual Eyes on Capitol Hill event February 13-14, 2008 in Washington, D.C. The event provides vision advocates an opportunity to meet and share their personal stories with Congressional leaders and policymakers who are often unaware of how much can be done for the many residents of Connecticut, New Jersey and New York who have, or are at risk for vision loss.
Half of all blindness is preventable, and increased resources for research and prevention can improve the vision health of our population. Greater federal investment is needed to increase the impact of the National Eye Institute and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Join Prevent Blindness Tri-State and Prevent Blindness America to advocate for vision loss prevention, research funding and greater access to care and treatment for vision problems and diseases.
Apply online for a 2008 Eyes on Capitol Hill scholarship.
Posted by Nancy at October 28, 2007 07:54 PM