Many people over the age of 35 will develop glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration or other serious eye problems. With early detection and treatment, many of these eye diseases can be corrected or treated. Self screening may provide you with a clue to the health of your eyes. Read all the directions before beginning any of the screening procedures.

The information is provided courtesy of the Sight & Hearing Association (www.sightand hearing.org), (800) 992-0424. For a complete copy of the actual screening screening test, send $1 to cover postage/handling to Sight & Hearing Association, 674 Transfer Rd., St. Paul, MN 55114.

Visual Acuity Screening Test #1
Blurred vision in one or both eyes is the most common symptom of possible vision problems. The Visual Acuity Screening can alert you to potential eye problems.

Pinhole Screening Test #2
The Pinhole Screening Test is a variation of the Visual Acuity Screening Test. It is a good test to take if you had difficulty with Test 1.

Amsler Grid Screening Test #3
This test can be be an important early indication of macular degeneration or other diseases of the retina.

Glaucoma Survey Test #4
A survey to determine your glaucoma risk factor.

Dominant Eye Test #5
Even though you use both eyes as you see the world everyday, everyone has a dominant eye and one that works harder than the other. To figure out which eye is dominant for you, try this simple test.