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News Update
January - National Glaucoma Awareness Month

What is the difference between a vision screening and an eye examination?

Vision Screening - is a relatively short examination that can indicate the presence of a vision problem or a potential vision problem.  Once recognized, you should make an appointment with an ophthalmologist or optometrist for a more comprehensive eye examination.

Eye Examination - generally lasts between 30 and 60 minutes and is performed by an ophthalmologist or optometrist.  It should include the following components: Health and Medication History, Vision History, an eye health evaluation, refraction or visual acuity testing, and visual field testing.
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Welcome to the Pennsylvania Association for the Blind

PROVIDING PEOPLE WITH VISION IMPAIRMENT THE SKILLS TO ACHIEVE INDEPENDENCE AND SELF-DETERMINATION SINCE 1910
The Pennsylvania Association for the Blind, through its network of 29 member agencies, provides innovative services for people of all ages who have a wide range of vision impairments from low vision to total blindness.

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Our Vision for the Future - A Message from Elaine R. Welch, President/CEO

The Pennsylvania Association for the Blind "PAB" was founded in 1910. We were the nation's first statewide nonprofit membership agency providing services to persons with vision impairment. Our executive office is located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. (Click here to continue reading)