June 27, 2024 — Myopia Profile announced the return of Myopia Action Month in September 2024 following a successful inaugural year. Aligned with the World Council of Optometry’s advocacy for myopia patient care, the global initiative aims to provide 30 days of education and industry collaboration to help eyecare professionals address the increasing prevalence of myopia.

“When we launched Myopia Action Month last year, feedback from the eyecare community and industry was essential in shaping the curriculum,” says cofounder of Myopia Profile Kate Gifford, Ph.D., BAppSc(Optom)Hons. “Heading into the second year, we’re expanding upon a successful foundation. The 2024 edition will bring even more engaging content and practical learning experiences.”

This year’s program includes two educational tracks, “Foundations” and “Advanced,” each offering four 15-minute recorded lectures on various topics available on demand. Expanded social media activities will encourage ECPs to post, share, and discuss Myopia Action Month, while new and existing resources will support ECPs in refining their myopia management strategies.

“The resources we’re developing are designed to empower ECPs at any stage to refine their myopia action plans and management strategies,” says Dr. Gifford. “Our 2024 event will introduce new practice support, online courses, downloadable resources, and a host of other additions.”

More information about Myopia Action Month, including registration details, will be available on myopiaprofile.com in the coming months.