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Closing the Pediatric Eye Care Gap

Who gets a pediatric eye exam — and who doesn’t?

  • March 10, 2026

  • 4 min

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Objective:

To examine sociodemographic factors associated with receiving eye examinations among children in the U.S.

Key Findings:
  • Children living with unmarried parents had higher odds of receiving eye exams compared to those with married parents, possibly due to differences in insurance eligibility or healthcare utilization patterns.
Interpretation:

Younger children, who are at higher risk for undetected visual problems, are less likely to receive necessary eye care, highlighting the urgent need for targeted public health interventions to improve access.

Limitations:
  • The study may not capture all factors influencing access to eye care, including potential biases in caregiver reports and the representativeness of the sample.
Conclusion:

Improving pediatric eye health requires systems that ensure follow-through on referrals and public health strategies to address economic constraints.

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Closing the Pediatric Eye Care Gap

  • March 10, 2026

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