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Wellness Wake Up Call

When Was Your Last Eye Exam?

By Kristin Bogdonas
Published August 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM CDT
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Routine eye exams do more than check how well you can see. Learn why regular exams are important for detecting vision problems and eye diseases early, and how they can even reveal signs of other health conditions.

Wellness Wake Up Call
Kristin Bogdonas
Kristin Bogdonas began employment with University of Illinois Extension in August 2013 and serves Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, and Stark counties in her role as nutrition & wellness educator. Bogdonas provides research-based programs and resources to diverse audiences via experiential, interactive programming as well as web-based platforms and social media outlets. She strives to inspire healthy lifestyles in others so people can live their best lives.
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