May is Vision and Hearing Awareness Month. Hearing and vision are vital to mission readiness, and frequently at increased risk from common military activities. Service members can prevent hearing and vision loss by wearing proper protective gear for their mission and environment.
Key Messages for Communicators
- Hearing and vision are critical senses for service members who must be able to see, hear, and communicate to achieve their missions safely and effectively, and connect with their families and communities.
- Service members can prevent hearing and vision loss by wearing protective gear like ear plugs, goggles, eye protection, noise muffs, shields, noise attenuating helmets, and other evaluated devices.
- The first line of defense is to be aware while in hazardous environments, and wear protective gear.
- To maintain health and readiness, take care of your eyes and ears. Service members can set up preventive health exams by visiting their local military hospital or clinic or online.
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Make protecting your eyes and ears a readiness priority by following these seven steps. If you have signs of hearing or vision loss, make an appointment with your local military hospital or clinic, or visit: https://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/Vision/EyeExams/a; https://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/IsItCovered/HearingExams
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Last Updated: April 17, 2023