Sacramento CA, March 31, 2008 – Today VSP® Vision Care announces a 3-year sponsorship with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) as a National Strategic Partner.

"Our sponsorship with the ADA is a natural evolution for VSP Vision Care. In addition to serious eye conditions, comprehensive eye exams can detect signs of chronic diseases, including diabetes," said Jim Short, O.D., VSP Board Chairman. "This collaboration with the ADA is key to educating Americans about the value of regular eyecare in managing diabetes."

Key elements of the relationship include:

• ADA's Winning at Work program. This program provides resources and education for working Americans to encourage healthier living-with a focus on preventing or managing type 2 diabetes.
• ADA Diabetes EXPOs and Feria de Salud. VSP will sponsor ADA Diabetes EXPOs around the country, which reaches thousands of people affected by diabetes. VSP's state-of-the-art mobile eyecare clinics will provide comprehensive eye exams to low income and uninsured participants.
• Joint Awareness Activities. VSP will host an "Ask the Eye Doctor" chat series on the ADA website addressing questions consumers have in regards to eye health, eye care and its relation to diabetes. VSP will also participate in ADA's annual "Step Out Walk to Fight Diabetes" event with an employee fundraising team.

"The American Diabetes Association appreciates VSP's support as a National Strategic Partner as it will enhance the Association's ability to fulfill its mission and also reach nearly 54 million VSP members nationwide with important diabetes information and resources," said R. Stewart Perry, Chair of the Board, American Diabetes Association.

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VSP® Vision Care provides comprehensive eyecare benefit plans to over 54 million members nationwide. VSP's Sight for Students^SM program has helped more than 430,000 low-income/uninsured children receive free eyecare services since its inception in 1997. Recognized by FORTUNE magazine for nine consecutive years as one of best places to work in America, VSP ranks "Highest in Member Satisfaction Among National Vision Plans, Three Years in a Row" by J.D. Power and Associates. For more information, visit us online at vsp.com.

The American Diabetes Association is the nation's premier voluntary health organization supporting diabetes research, information and advocacy. The Association's mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Founded in 1940, the Association provides services to hundreds of communities across the country. For more information call the American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800 342-2383) or visit www.diabetes.org. Information is available in English and Spanish.