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Workplace Eye Wellness Month

An awareness observance in March promoting eye health and workplace safety through protective measures and regular eye exams.

Monday

1–31

March 2027

Last updated February 26, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAll of March

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYHealth

SUBCATEGORYWellness

ORIGIN

Institutional Initiative

FOUNDING ENTITY

Prevent Blindness

FIRST OBSERVED

2015

HOW THE HOLIDAY CAME TO BE

Prevent Blindness established Workplace Eye Wellness Month in 2015 to promote eye safety and injury prevention for workers, including digital eye strain awareness.

Institutional Recordvia preventblindness.org

INTRO

Introduction

PHOTO

Get ready to give your eyes some extra love and care during Workplace Eye Wellness Month, which takes place every March 1! This month-long observance was created to raise awareness about the importance of eye health in the workplace. Did you know that on average, people spend over 7 hours a day looking at screens? With our eyes constantly exposed to digital devices, it's important to take breaks and practice good eye habits. So let's celebrate this month by giving our hardworking eyes a break and taking steps towards better eye wellness!

TIMELINE

Workplace Eye Wellness Month Timeline

Early Eye Protection

During the Industrial Revolution, the need for eye protection in the workplace became increasingly important, with many trades requiring safety measures to protect eyesight.

Creation of National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) was established, which later became instrumental in stressing the importance of workplace eye wellness.

Computer Vision Syndrome Recognition

With the advent of computer use in workplaces, Computer Vision Syndrome, a condition caused by focusing the eyes on a computer screen for uninterrupted periods, began to be recognized as a significant health issue.

Prevent Blindness America Initiative

First Workplace Eye Wellness Month

The first Workplace Eye Wellness Month is observed, aiming to increase awareness about the importance of eye health, especially among those who spend long hours in front of screens.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Workplace Eye Wellness Month

Schedule an eye exam

Encourage your coworkers to schedule an eye exam during Workplace Eye Wellness Month. This is a great opportunity for everyone to get their eyes checked and ensure their overall eye health.

ORGANIZE

Organize a healthy snack potluck

Promote good eye health by organizing a healthy snack potluck at work. Encourage everyone to bring in nutritious snacks that are beneficial for maintaining good eyesight.

HOST

Host a lunch and learn session

Invite an eye health specialist to come speak at a lunch and learn session at your workplace. This is a great way for employees to learn about the importance of eye health and how to take care of their eyes while at work.

CREATE

Create an eye care checklist

Put together a checklist of tips for maintaining good eye health at work and distribute it to your coworkers. This can include reminders to take breaks from screens, proper lighting in the workplace, and other helpful tips.

HOST

Host an office eye safety training

Ensure that your workplace is a safe environment for eyes by hosting an office eye safety training. This can include demonstrations on how to properly use and handle office equipment, as well as tips for avoiding eye strain and injuries at work.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why Workplace Eye Wellness Month is Important

Prevent long-term vision problems

Taking care of our eyes now can significantly impact our eye health in the future. By participating in Workplace Eye Wellness Month and practicing proper eye care habits at work, we can help prevent or delay age-related vision problems such as cataracts or macular degeneration.

Protect your eyesight

Workplace Eye Wellness Month is important because it brings attention to the health of our eyes. We use our eyes every day, especially in the workplace, and it's crucial to take steps to prevent eye injuries and maintain good vision.

Increase productivity

By promoting workplace eye wellness, companies can improve employee productivity. When employees have healthy eyesight, they are able to work more efficiently and effectively, leading to a more productive workplace overall.

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