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"80% of learning in a child’s first 12 years comes through the eyes." - Vision Council (2005), RIF and VCA Partner to Reach Parents
"1 in 3 seniors has a vision-impairing eye disease; many are preventable." - Vision Council (2006)
"1 in 4 children has an undetected vision problem." - Vision Council
"Every year 3.2 million people go blind from prolonged UV exposure." - World Health Organization
"Of the 20 million people with cataracts, an estimated 20% may be due to UV." - World Health Organization

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STUDY CONFIRMS AMERICANS PLACE THEIR VISION AT RISK YEAR ROUNDPINELLAS PARK, FL, July, 2008 – While consumers are aware of the dangers of extended sun exposure and its effects on the skin, many are not aware that the eyes are also at great risk.2008-07-01T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

TRANSITIONS OPTICAL OFFERS TIPS ON HOW TO PROTECT EYES FOR OUTDOOR SPORTS FANSPINELLAS PARK, FL- July 29, 2008 – For many people the summer season is an eagerly awaited time to enjoy outdoor sports and activities. 2008-07-29T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

TRANSITIONS OPTICAL SHARES EYECARE TIPS TO PREPARE CHILDREN FOR YEAR-ROUND SUCCESS IN THE CLASSROOMPINELLAS PARK, FL, October 1, 2008 – Nearly 25 percent of children suffer from eye conditions that if not diagnosed and treated properly can compromise their long-term eye health and can adversely affect their academic development.2008-10-01T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

Fashionable Eyewear – The Ultimate Holiday Accessory New York Stylist Offers Advice on Making a Statement with Your EyewearPINELLAS PARK, Fla., December 19, 2008 – Trendsetters are gearing up for the holiday season, scouring retail stores for the latest accessories to dress up their wardrobes. 2008-12-19T05:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

LACK OF AWARENESS OF EYE HEALTH RISK ASSOCIATED WITH DIABETES POSES BLINDING THREAT TO MILLIONSPINELLAS PARK, Fla., April 1, 2009 – The World Health Organization reports that 366 million cases of diabetes are projected by 2030, raising concerns among eyecare professionals globally because of the risk posed to healthy sight by diabetes. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

Think eye protection this season and all year-roundPINELLAS PARK, Fla., May 12, 2009 – Sports enthusiasts – athletes and spectators alike – are beginning to spend more time outdoors this season on athletic fields, tracks and golf courses – placing the eyes at great risk for sports-related eye injuries and potential damage from the harmful effects of the sun.2009-05-12T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

Transitions Optical honors tampa native as part of "Early’s Angels” series on cbs news’ “the early show”PINELLAS PARK, Fla., May 27, 2009 – Transitions Optical honored Tampa native Jennifer Frances on Friday during CBS News’ The Early Show, surprising her with a gift to support her mobile literacy outreach initiative, “Bess the Book Bus.”2009-05-27T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

Summer travel destinations ARE heavy on fun – and SunPINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 10, 2009 – As travelers and their families head off to their favorite vacation spots this summer, many may be putting themselves at risk for increased exposure to the sun’s dangerous ultraviolet (UV) rays.2009-06-10T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

Must-haves for your Summer vacation bagPINELLAS PARK, Fla., July 28, 2009 – With summertime in full swing, vacationers are packing their bags for the nearest beaches, parks and poolside locations. 2009-07-28T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

Transitions optical with key industry partners AND bess the book bus bring healthy sight into focus at west shore elementaryPINELLAS PARK, Fla., September 22, 2009 – Transitions Optical, along with Tampa native Jennifer Frances and her mobile literacy program, “Bess the Book Bus,” will visit West Shore Elementary this week to provide nearly 400 students with free eye evaluations and if required, prescription eyewear fitted with Transitions® lenses to help them see and perform better in and outside the classroom.2009-09-22T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

FOCUS ON FAMILY EYE HEALTH IN THE NEW YEAR PINELLAS PARK, Fla., January 11, 2010 – With the start of the New Year, many people are focused on living healthier, more active lifestyles through exercise, proper diet and nutrition, and regular visits to healthcare professionals.2010-01-11T05:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

TRANSITIONS OPTICAL AND VSP VISION CARE UNVEIL STATE-OF-THE-ART MOBILE EYE CLINICPINELLAS PARK, Fla., March 16, 2010 – Transitions Optical and VSP® Vision Care today announced the launch of a new mobile eyecare clinic containing a state-of-the-art, comprehensive eye exam room, full eye glass dispensary and a full-service finishing lab with the capability to produce and distribute customized eye glasses to serve communities in need.2010-03-16T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

KEEPING AN EYE ON WHAT YOU EAT FOR HEALTHY VISIONPINELLAS PARK, Fla., April 15, 2010 – We’ve all heard that “you are what you eat.” 2010-04-15T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

SVS VISION JOINS TRANSITIONS OPTICAL AND VSP VISION CARE TO BRING HEALTHY SIGHT TO DETROIT AREA STUDENTSPINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 17, 2010 – Detroit-based SVS Vision partnered with Transitions Optical and VSP® Vision Care today to bring a state-of-the-art 45-foot mobile eye exam clinic to Detroit Cristo Rey High School to provide two full days of comprehensive eye exams and complimentary eyewear to students in need.2010-06-17T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

ERIK ESTRADA JOINS FORCES WITH TRANSITIONS OPTICAL TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR EYE HEALTH IN NEW YORK CITYPINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 22, 2010 – Taking healthy sight awareness to the streets of New York City, Transitions Optical has teamed up with Erik Estrada of the famed 70s TV show “CHiPs” to educate consumers about the importance of proper eyecare and eyewear . 2010-06-22T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

PPG INDUSTRIES JOINS TRANSITIONS OPTICAL AND VSP VISION CARE TO BRING HEALTHY SIGHT TO PITTSBURGH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBSPINELLAS PARK, Fla., August 9, 2010 – Pittsburgh-based PPG Industries partnered with Transitions Optical and VSP® Vision Care today to bring a state-of-the-art 45-foot mobile eye exam clinic, nicknamed “Eyenstein,” to two Pittsburgh-area Boys and Girls Clubs to provide two full days of comprehensive eye exams and complimentary eyewear to children in need.2010-08-09T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

BESS THE BOOK BUS JOINS TRANSITIONS OPTICAL AND VSP VISION CARE TO BRING HEALTHY SIGHT TO CAMDEN BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., August 12, 2010 – “Bess the Book Bus,” a mobile literacy unit and outreach program, joined with Transitions Optical and VSP® Vision Care today to distribute free books and provide two days of comprehensive eye exams and complimentary eyewear to children in need at two Camden-area Boys and Girls Clubs.

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TRANSITIONS OPTICAL ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH “BESS THE BOOK BUS” FOR SECOND YEAR OF BRINGING LITERACY AND HEALTHY VISION TO CHILDREN IN-NEEDPINELLAS PARK, Fla., January 10, 2011 – Based on the success of partnering with mobile literacy unit Bess the Book Bus on a nationwide tour in 2010, Transitions Optical is announcing a second year of this partnership in 2011. 2011-01-10T05:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

FAMED SPORTSCASTER LESLEY VISSER ZONES IN ON HEALTHY VISION WITH TRANSITIONS OPTICAL IN PREPARATION FOR FOOTBALL’S BIGGEST GAMEPINELLAS PARK, Fla., February 2, 2011 – With the nation’s eyes on the biggest football game of the season this weekend, famed sportscaster Lesley Visser is partnering with Transitions Optical and sports vision specialist Dr. Larry Lampert, to raise awareness about healthy vision and its connection to sports performance among consumers across the country.2011-02-02T05:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

TRANSITIONS OPTICAL NAMES BRIAN HAUSER GENERAL MANAGER, U.S. AND CANADA PINELLAS PARK, Fla., Feb. 16, 2011 – Transitions Optical, Inc. has announced that Brian Hauser has been promoted to the position of General Manager, U.S. and Canada, effective immediately.2011-02-17T05:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

TRANSITIONS OPTICAL AND VSP VISION CARE JOIN BESS THE BOOK BUS AND MORE HEALTH TO HELP LOCAL STUDENTS SEE CONNECTION BETWEEN VISION AND LITERACY

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., March 10, 2011 – Continuing its efforts to impact the local community, Transitions Optical, along with partner VSP® Vision Care, mobile literacy outreach initiative “Bess the Book Bus” and health education organization More Health will visit Ridgecrest Elementary in Largo, Fla. today, March 10, and tomorrow, March 11, to provide nearly 100 students with free, comprehensive eye exams and prescription eyewear fitted with Transitions® lenses to reinforce the connection between healthy sight and successful classroom performance.

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BESS THE BOOK BUS KICKS OFF THE 2011 “SUCCESS IS IN SIGHT TOUR”

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., May 4, 2011 – Transitions Optical is pleased to announce today the launch of Bess the Book Bus’ 2011 “Success is in Sight Tour,” which will bring free books, eyecare and eyewear to children in-need at schools, shelters and after-school programs across the country.

2011-05-04T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

TRANSITIONS OPTICAL PROMOTES DAVE COLE TO PRESIDENT

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 6, 2011 – Transitions Optical, Inc. has announced that Dave Cole has been appointed president, effective immediately. In this leadership role, Cole will assume full responsibility for the Transitions Optical business.

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TRANSITIONS OPTICAL DECLARES FIRST DAY OF SUMMER THE “FIRST OFFICIAL DAY TO LIVE LIFE LESS SQUINTY”

PINELLAS PARK, Fla., June 22, 2011 – Transitions Optical celebrated the first day of summer by declaring June 21st the “First Official Day to Live Life Less Squinty,” challenging consumers to pledge to wear eyewear that will help improve the quality of vision by protecting the eyes from bright light and glare and reducing the need to squint, and also by scheduling regular, comprehensive eye exams with the eye doctor.

2011-06-22T04:00:00Z+Read Full ArticleDownload Article

STUDY REVEALS MAJORITY OF AMERICANS ARE NOT TAKING PROPER STEPS TO CARE FOR THE HEALTH OF THEIR EYES

: PINELLAS PARK, Fla., July 14, 2011 – The results of recent, comprehensive research supported by Transitions Optical revealed that the majority of Americans are not taking the proper steps to care for the health of their eyes, and that awareness of both short- and long-term effects of UV exposure on vision is remarkably low.

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