Walmart Unveils Vision Center Savings to Provide Parents With a Back-to-School
Rollback
More than 40 states require vision screenings for school-age children
BENTONVILLE, Ark., Aug. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- With the
back-to-school season in full swing, Walmart today announced eye-opening
values and everyday low prices in its Vision Centers across the country. These
unbeatable prices will help children see the blackboard and their parents
"see" great savings on everything from frames and lenses to contacts and other
optical offerings.
"Considering that more than 40 states require vision screenings before
children return to school, and a recent survey* found that 87 percent of
respondents were unaware that one in four children have vision problems, it's
very important that we provide a low-cost solution for parents this
back-to-school season and beyond," said Jeff McAllister, Walmart's senior vice
president for the optical division. "Through our Vision Center products and
services, parents can ensure that their children receive the proper screenings
necessary to head back-to-school without breaking the bank."
In addition to select youth frames and lenses** at the low price of $40
(was $75 to $83), Walmart also offers great savings on other optical
offerings, including: -- Avaira Contact Lenses -- $27.49***
-- Select adult single vision complete eyeglasses starting at $48
-- Lined bifocal complete eyeglasses starting at $73 and no-line complete
eyeglasses starting at $96.
-- Bolle and Serengeti sunglasses starting at $99
With styles by JLo, Hannah Montana, Nickelodeon, Hilary Duff, Nascar and
Body Glove, students are sure to sport the latest looks when they go back to
school.
Currently, 46 states and the District of Columbia require vision
screenings or exams for school-age children. These states include: Alabama,
Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware,
District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,
Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan,
Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New
Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma,
Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah,
Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming. For more information
about requirements in individual states, visit
http://2020advocacy.com/s_2020/states/chart.asp.
* According to the American Optometric Association's 2008 American
Eye-Q(R) Survey
** While supplies last. Includes single vision, platinum no-glare
polycarbonate scratch-resistant lenses with 100% UV protection and
spring hinges on frames. Eye examination by independent doctors of
optometry. Professional eye exam and fitting fees not included. Valid
doctor's prescription required. Only available in Walmart Vision
Centers. Good through September 30, 2008.
*** Contact lenses in AR, DE, OK, and RI available at Walmart.com only.
About Walmart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT)
Every week, millions of customers visit Walmart Stores, Supercenters,
Neighborhood Markets, and Sam's Club locations across America or log on to its
online store at http://www.walmart.com. The company and its Foundation are
committed to a philosophy of giving back locally. Walmart (NYSE: WMT) is
proud to support the causes that are important to customers and associates
right in their own neighborhoods, and last year gave more than $296 million to
local communities in the United States. More information about Walmart can be
found by visiting http://www.walmartstores.com. Online merchandise sales are
available at http://www.walmart.com.
SOURCE Walmart Stores, Inc.
Christi Gallagher of Walmart Stores, Inc., 1-800-331-0085
