Healthy Heart, Healthy Eyes
Did you know your eyes can give insights into your heart's health?1 It's true!
Our eyes are made up of blood vessels and nervous tissue, which can be hard to see most of the time.1 However, by looking at your eyes, your eye doctor has a unique opportunity to view these areas without relying on invasive procedures. In fact, an eye exam can help detect early signs of over 270 health conditions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.2
As we near the end of February, American Heart Month, help us support the American Heart Association's effort to improve cardiovascular health and increase awareness about the connection between eye care and heart health. Encourage your employees to schedule an appointment with a VSP® Vision Care network doctor to ensure both their eyes and heart are well taken care of.
A VIRTUAL POWER COUPLE
A new study is revealing the encouraging details of what's possible when vision care and virtual care unite against chronic conditions such as hypertension that can contribute to heart disease.1
Get your free copy to explore the origins, outcomes, and potential of this powerful partnership between VSP® and Teladoc Health®.
70 Years of Empowering Human Potential Through Sight
The Washington Post features VSP Vision™ President and CEO Michael Guyette's thoughts on the legacy of VSP and its continued focus in elevating the role of eye care and optometry in the U.S. healthcare system.3
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CHANGING THE BATTLEGROUND
Can fighting diabetes on the home front deliver a momentum shift in this ongoing battle? VSP and Everly Health Solutions partnered to answer that question in an innovative pilot program using at-home blood sugar testing.4 Get the study to see what happened.
SUPPORT HEART HEALTH AND SAVE WITH THESE OFFERS
Did you know that with VSP, your employees get health and wellness discounts that can help them prioritize their heart health? Through VSP Exclusive Member Extras, your employees have access to savings for many tools to keep them fit and eating right. Your employees will find discounts for at-home workouts and virtual coaching, thousands of national and regional gyms and fitness studios, personalized nutrition services, and even discounts on everyday fitness equipment.
FIVE STEPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR VISION BENEFITS
Whether you're new to VSP or a life-long member, starting a new benefit year or vision plan can be overwhelming. That's why we've made it easy for you to use your benefits and get the most out of your coverage. Discover special offers and learn how to maximize your coverage to get the glasses and contacts you need.5 It's easy—just follow these five steps!
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1. Early Signs of Heart Disease Appear in the Eyes https://www.aao.org/eye-health/news/eye-stroke-heart-disease-vision-exam-retina-oct
Information received through VSP Vision Care channels is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, medical recommendations, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your eye doctor, physician, or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
2. AOA, See the Full Picture of Your Health with an Annual Comprehensive Eye Exam https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/caring-for-your-eyes/full-picture-of-eye-health?sso=y
3. https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/caring-for-your-eyes/full-picture-of-eye-health?sso=y
4. https://go.bc.vsp.com/pre-screening-diabetes-download
5. Available only to VSP members with applicable plan benefits. Offers are only available through VSP network doctors and in-network locations. Coupon not required to redeem offer. Frame brands subject to change. Void where prohibited.
