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This is a great opportunity to provide employees education about the risks and consequences of extended digital use.

While there are options available to help reduce digital eyestrain and other visual disturbances, many employees still do not have access to these options through their plans.

While 8 out of 10 employees say they know that extended electronic device usage can contribute to negative side effects, very few are taking steps to reduce visual disturbances at work.

New research reveals today’s employees are spending more time on electronic devices than they did five years ago – increasing their risk for digital eyestrain and other vision issues that can impact their overall health and productivity.

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Did you see the cover story on 2013 Transitions HR Visionary of the Year, Vincent Colonna (Broward Health) in the July issue of Employee Benefit News? Read how he launched a new vision plan, boosting enrollment and employee satisfaction. Also featured are results from the 2015 Transitions Optical Employee Perceptions of Vision Benefits survey. http://bit.ly/1O760Pf

Employees who can’t see well can’t work as well. Learn more in the July issue of Employee Benefit Adviser.

How vision and medical plans can work together to improve wellness Advisers who excel in the vision field do the best job of making the connection between vision and medical plans, some experts say. Shannon Enders, a founding partner at Lakeshore Employee Benefits in Norton Shores, Mich., says when he brings the idea of connecting vision and health data to clients…

California Broker - May 2015 Finding the Fast Lane for Voluntary Benefits. View from the Top: Fast Track Industry Stars Offer Pointers On Jump Starting Payroll Deduction Production. Also in This Issue: Healthcare Market, Medicare, Life Settlements, Vision, Cobra, Critical Illness, Disability, HSAs, 401(k), Long Term Care

Employee Benefit News sat down with Transitions Optical and 2013 Transitions HR Visionary of the Year, Vincent Colonna (Broward Health) to talk about the increased demand for up-to-date vision benefits.

Workforce demographics increase demand for vision benefits An aging workforce, coupled with demands for the latest eyewear fashions, is putting pressure on employer-sponsored vision benefits.

Visual disturbances at work – ranging from tired or dry eyes, to light and vision-related headaches – affect nearly all employees.

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: 9 out of 10 employees say that the quality of their work has been negatively impacted by problems with their vision.

While vision problems affect nearly all employees at work, only half mentioned workplace vision problems during their last eye exam.

Vision benefits remain a popular election among employees.

Currently, only 31 percent of employees report that their vision plans offer discounts on or coverage of photochromic lenses.

Check out this blog by past Transitions Broker of the Year, Sara Niemeyer, featuring tips for keeping vision benefits top-of-mind among employers.

8 tips for becoming a benefits-explaining pro Guest post by Sarah Niemeyer, USI Insurance Services How is the 2015 selling season going so far? Are you embracing a new phase of consumer-driven health care or running to catch a runaway train? We should keep in mind the way in which we present voluntary benefits and give members the choice they e…

More than half of employees think choice between levels of coverage is very important when selecting a vision plan.

It's National Employee Benefits Day! Keep vision top of mind by accessing free employer and employee eye health education resources at www.HealthySightWorkingForYou.org.

Transitions Healthy Sight Working for You® On this site, you will find information on the value of eye care and eyewear through a vision plan. You’ll also find resources to help share this information with others.

? More than half of employees are bothered by light at work.

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Women's Eye Health: The Surprising Risks and Practical Solutions Most women understand how important it is to go visit the doctor regularly, so they can stay healthy and feel their best. However, many don't realize this means having their eyes checked as well. This is especially important for women since they are more likely than men to suffer from eye-related di…

We're proud to be a part of the 2014 . Smith Wyckoff and Cory Lawson from the Transitions Optical team join NASHO/NAVCP Executive Director Julian Roberts in .