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Easy Eye Health Tips You May Not Have Considered | Healthy Vision Month

7/1/2024

Protecting your eyes is one of the most important things you can do for your well-being. You may know that doing certain things, such as smoking, can have an adverse impact on your eyes. Most people may also know that wearing eye protection when doing certain activities, such as using power tools, also protects your vision.

However, there may also be some small things you can do to promote healthy vision that you have not considered.

July is Healthy Vision Month. It is a reminder to take steps to keep your eyes healthy. The article below covers easy eye health tips that you may not have considered.

What Young Adults Can Do To Prevent Vision Loss Later in Life

7/1/2024

Eye diseases can affect anyone of any age. However, the risk of developing several types of eye diseases increases as we age. Your lifestyle can play a significant role in lowering or increasing your risk of developing an eye disease.

It is common to take good vision for granted as a young adult. In fact, people of all ages may not think about their eyesight until a problem arises. However, lifestyle choices in your 20s, 30s, and 40s often impact your risk of eye diseases and vision problems later in life.

There are several things you can do as a young adult to proactively protect your vision. Consider the tips below.

Top Causes of Vision Loss

7/1/2024

According to the National Eye Institute, more Americans are facing the threat of vision loss from age-related eye diseases than ever before. The number of adults facing blindness is expected to increase over the next few decades as the Baby Boomer generation ages into their 70s and 80s.

Vision loss has a significant impact on your independence and quality of life. According to the World Health Organization, worldwide, at least 2.2 billion people have some form of vision impairment.

The article takes a closer look at the top causes of vision loss and what you can do to reduce your risk.

Eye Diseases Linked to Ultraviolet Light Exposure | UV Safety Month

7/1/2024

Ultraviolet light from the sun can damage almost all parts of the eyes, and that includes the eyelid. UV damage is also accumulative. This means the more time you spend unprotected in the sun, the more damage to the eyes you may sustain.

We know UV light can increase the risk of skin cancer, but it also easily penetrates the eye tissue, which is why it can lead to damage.

Easy Eye Health Tips You May Not Have Considered | Healthy Vision Month

What Young Adults Can Do To Prevent Vision Loss Later in Life

Top Causes of Vision Loss

Eye Diseases Linked to Ultraviolet Light Exposure | UV Safety Month

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