Although we may all celebrate differently, the holidays are a special time of the year to spend with people you love. From gift-giving to meal planning, there is often a lot going on. Eye health may not be the first thing on your mind, but it is important to make sure you continue to take care of your vision and protect your eyes during the holiday season.  
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Handwashing is one of the most important ways to reduce infections, including eye infections, so it is important to do it correctly and often.

The first week in December is Handwashing Awareness Week. It is a great reminder about the importance of taking this simple but effective steps to reduce your chance of developing an eye infection. 
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Diabetes affects millions of people in the United States. It can increase your risk of various health conditions, such as heart disease and kidney disease. Diabetes can also affect the eyes and threaten vision.

Although most often it is adults that are affected by diabetes, children can also develop the condition. According to the American Diabetes Association, about 210,000 young people under the age of 20 are estimated to have diabetes. 
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Eye injuries at home may include trauma and foreign bodies in the eye. Chemical burns to the eyes are another type of injury that can occur. Depending on your job, chemical burns may be more likely at work, but there are plenty of things at home that can lead to chemical burns.

October is Home Eye Safety Month. It is a good time to remind yourself to take precautions to protect your eyes from injury, including chemical burns. 
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Depending on your Halloween plans, you might be celebrating by finding your way through a corn maze, carving a pumpkin, or dressing in a scary costume. But whatever you decide to do, it is important to keep safety in mind.

Different types of injures can wreck your Halloween plans, including eye injuries. The American Academy of Ophthalmology eye health observance for October is Halloween Safety. 
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