Dr. Andrea Thau’s recent media appearances:
AOA FOCUS. Jan/Feb 2021. APHA Urges Preservation of Children’s Access to Comprehensive Vision Care. Article features the adoption of the American Public Health Association, Policy statement 20202 “Increasing Access and Reducing Barriers to Children’s Vision Care Services” and quotes Dr. Andrea Thau co-author of the policy and Policy Chair of the Vision Care Section of the APHA.
https://www.aoa.org/news/aoa-focus
AARP. How to Safely Get Luscious Lashes: Know the risks of eyelash extensions and other enhancements by Barbara Stepko. February 11, 2021. Andrea Thau, a New York City–based optometrist and past president of the American Optometrist Association, discusses the danger of eyelash extensions.
https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2021/eyelash-extensions.html
THE FUTURE OF XYZ. Future of America’s Eyes. 30-minute interview of Dr. Andrea Thau led by Lisa Gralnek. April 29, 2021. Episode 25 of Future of XYZ is an important and fascinating conversation about the ‘Future of America’s Eyes’. In a rich conversation filled with actionable recommendations, Dr. Thau speaks about how “the most important thing you can do for your health is have regular comprehensive eye exams”. As she reminds us, our one set of eyes has to last a lifetime! Did you know that more than 270 health problems, as well as neurological and behavioral issues can be diagnosed through the eyes? Did you also know it is recommended for all infants to have their first comprehensive eye exam between 6-12 months, another by age 3, another by age 5, and then every year thereafter? Yet only 15% of America’s kids has had one by the time they enter grade school, and less than 50% of high schoolers… It’s an important episode. Watch here (https://bit.ly/3aDUlea) or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
SandboxStories. Optometry’s Great Volunteer: Dr. Andrea Thau. 50-minute podcast interview of Dr. Andrea Thau with Dr. Scott Jens. June 9, 2021.
https://www.getinthesandbox.com/post/sandbox-story-interview-of-dr-andrea-thau
AARP. Smart Ways to Save Money on Eyeglasses by Barbara Stepko. November 18, 2021. Andrea Thau, former president of the American Optometric Association is quoted.
https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/save-money-on-glasses.html
SEVENTEEN. 14 of the Best (and Cutest) Sunglasses of 2022. Plus, optometrists weigh in on what to look for by Hannah Oh. April 11, 2022. Dr. Andrea Thau, a board-certified optometrist and past president of the American Optometric Association is quoted.
https://www.seventeen.com/fashion/g31042020/best-sunglasses/
Good Housekeeping. May, 2022. 5 Best Magnetic Eyelashes for the Easiest Application Ever by Shannon Maglente and Jacqueline Saguin. Dr. Andrea Thau, past president of the American Optometric Association is quoted regarding the safety of magnetic eyelashes,
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/makeup/g30625811/best-magnetic-eyelashes/
SEVENTEEN. The Ultimate Guide to Protesting — How to Find a Protest and Safely Make Your Voice Heard: Protect yourself while protecting your rights by Abby Dupes. June 27, 2022. Dr. Andrea Thau,
Past President of the American Optometric Association discusses the visual risks of pepper spray and tear gas. Refers patients to www.AOA.org
https://www.seventeen.com/life/a39994527/how-to-protest-safely/