The term "ICD-10 code" may make your eyes glaze over, but this powerful little acronym is one that can have real cost and wellness implication--and benefit--for employers and members alike.

Fewer than 1 in 6 adults who wear sunglasses say they do so for eye health, according to a poll by the Vision Council. And, nearly 20% do not believe their eyes are at risk from the sun. Do your employees understand the need to protect their eyes from UV and blue light out in the sun, and are they using their vision benefits to help?

More people have myopia – nearsightedness – than in the past, and the rate of new myopia cases is accelerating. By keeping tabs on the trends and treatments for myopia, it's possible to help slow its impact, especially among the young people who are greatly affected.

For employee benefit communicators who haven’t yet incorporated text messaging into your health benefits communication efforts, there are some very good reasons to do so.

Research shows women suffer from a number of vision issues at a much higher rate than men. With April being Women's Eye Health & Safety Month, we're spotlighting those risks and what women can do to protect their vision, including using their vision benefits for regular eye care.