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Are Your College Student’s Eyes Protected on the Field and in the Lab? | Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month

8/29/2017

As your college-age child starts his or her school year, you are sure to have a lot on your mind. Of course, your college student’s health, safety, and wellbeing are probably amongst your top concerns. To alleviate some of that angst, one thing you can do is to speak with your son or daughter about safety and protecting his or her eyes from injury at school this year, whether participating in sports, recreational activities, classroom / lab work, or outdoor activities.

Are Your College Students Giving Their Eyes Enough of a Break? | Children's Eye Health & Safety Month

8/22/2017

Eyestrain is a common issue, especially among college students. Any activity that involves the extended use of the eyes, from reading to driving, can lead to eyestrain, but in the digital age we live in, eyestrain can occur even easier.

Focusing on devices such as computers, tablets, and smartphones can lead to tired, sore eyes. Whether your child is spending time reading online for a school project or checking Facebook posts, it can result in tired eyes. Symptoms of eyestrain can include:

Common Eye Problems in College Students | Children's Eye Health & Safety Month

8/15/2017

Eye problems can develop at any age or stage in life, and that includes during our college years. Eye problems amongst college students can range from mild to serious and potentially affect vision. Understanding common eye problems that may affect your child can help prevent issues before they start. Consider some common eye problems that may affect college students:

4 Ways Your Children Can Prevent Eye Infections at College This Year | Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month

8/8/2017

Your college-bound child has enough on his or her plate without having to deal with an eye infection at school this year. While campus life makes college students susceptible to eye infections, you can help your child prevent an eye infection by encouraging certain practices and discouraging others.

First, it is important to know that eye infections develop when a fungus, virus, or bacteria enters the eye. Different types of eye infections can seen in teens and young adults, including:

Does Your College Student Have Any of These Poor Eye Health Habits? | Children's Eye Health & Safety Month

8/1/2017

There’s a lot to think about as you send your child off to college this year. Of course, you want him or her to do well, make friends, and stay healthy. With all the studying he or she will be doing, it’s important your child’s eyes stay healthy too. But has your child developed habits that could be hurting his or her eyes?

While some habits may seem harmless enough, certain habits may be increasing your child’s chances of vision problems. The good news is that with a little information and encouragement, your college-bound child can break bad habits and keep his or her eyes healthy.

Are Your College Student’s Eyes Protected on the Field and in the Lab? | Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month

Are Your College Students Giving Their Eyes Enough of a Break? | Children's Eye Health & Safety Month

Common Eye Problems in College Students | Children's Eye Health & Safety Month

4 Ways Your Children Can Prevent Eye Infections at College This Year | Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month

Does Your College Student Have Any of These Poor Eye Health Habits? | Children's Eye Health & Safety Month

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