​Fireworks are a beautiful display of celebration and a glorious July 4th tradition. What would Independence Day be without them? We want you to have the best 4th of July holiday, and that means keeping your eyes and your loved ones’ eyes safe this coming weekend!
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​The truth about fireworks is that they injure and cause eye injuries to thousands of Americans, including many children, each year. 
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Summer arrives this week, and with it, we hope plenty of time in the sun! Sunshine is wonderful when it is enjoyed safely. We hear a lot about protecting our skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays, but what about our protecting eyes and eyelids? 

Our eyes and eyelids need protection from UV rays just as our skin does. Studies have shown that unprotected exposure to bright sunlight may increase risk of developing cataracts, as well as eye and eyelid growths, including cancer. 

With warm weather comes glorious time spent swimming, playing, and cooling off in pools, lakes, and the ocean! While water activities are a great way to exercise, have fun, and beat the heat, they can be hard on our eyes. 

Chlorine and other chemicals used to keep pools clean can be particularly harsh on our eyes. They can wash away the layer of tear film, which coats our eyes and keeps them moist, smooth, and clear. 
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​With summer just around the corner, you may be thinking about working on your tan. Whether you like to tan outside in the sun’s natural rays or inside in a tanning bed, your eyes need protection from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. 
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​Although we often close our eyes when we tan, our eyelids are not sufficient protection against UV rays. 
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Deciding which intraocular lens (IOL), or artificial lens replacement, is right for you might be one of the most important health decision you make. It can mean the opportunity to actually improve your vision following cataract surgery.