The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that Lyme disease is the most common systemic tick-borne illness in the U.S. The number of people infected with Lyme disease is much higher than once thought.

The CDC estimates that about 300,000 people are diagnosed with Lyme disease each year. Despite how common Lyme disease is, many people are not aware that it can affect various parts of the body, including the eyes.
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Noticing the whites of your eyes are yellow can be quite startling. Yellow eyes are caused by jaundice.
 
It’s good to know that jaundice itself is not a disease. However, it is a sign of an underlying medical condition.

​Fortunately, treating the underlying condition usually helps clear up jaundice and the yellowing of eyes associated with it.
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Hepatitis is a condition that involves inflammation of the liver.

​According to the World Health Organization, hepatitis viruses are the most common cause of the disease. Autoimmune conditions and toxic substances can also lead to some forms of hepatitis.
 
Although hepatitis affects the liver, it can also cause problems with other organs and additional complications. It might be surprising to learn that hepatitis can even affect the eyes.
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Blunt trauma to the eye is one type of eye injury that can lead to vision problems, including vision loss. Blunt trauma involves force to the eye from an impact.

​Traumatic eye injuries affect people of all ages. According to the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, in children, the most common cause of injuries is corneal scratches and blunt trauma.
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​Fireworks are a beautiful display of celebration and a glorious 4th of July tradition. What would Independence Day be without them? We want you to have the best holiday, and that means keeping your eyes and your loved ones’ eyes safe!
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Sadly, fireworks, while beautiful and spectacular, injure and cause eye injuries to thousands of Americans, including many children, each year. 
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