Thyroid disease is a common condition that affects millions of people throughout the United States. Your thyroid produces thyroid hormone that plays an important role in several bodily functions. Your thyroid hormone can affect your energy level, metabolism, and mood, but certain types of thyroid disease may also affect your eyes. 

​January is Thyroid Awareness Month. It is a good time to bring attention to thyroid disease and the possible vision complications it can cause.  

The winter presents different challenges for your eyes. Between the colder weather, more time spent indoors, and the dry air, it can lead to an increase in eye issues. But by following certain steps, you can take good care of your eyes in the winter and decrease your risk of eye problems. 

​Not everyone develops eye issues during the colder months. How much the winter affects your eyes depends on a few factors, such as: 

Most of us have developed irritated eyes on occasion. Some people may describe the irritation as burning or a gritty feeling in the eyes. 

While most eye irritation is not serious, it can be annoying. Eye irritation can develop from various causes. Knowing the root of the problem helps you treat and prevent future irritation.
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Menopause is defined as going 12 months without a menstrual period. According to the National Institute on Aging, menopause most often occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, but it can occur later or earlier.

During this time, hormone levels, including estrogen and progesterone, decrease. Changing hormone levels affect more than just your fertility. It might be a surprise, but menopause can even affect your eyes. The article below takes a look at eye health after menopause. 
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When you think of the holiday season, eye health may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but you should not take a holiday from maintaining good eye health habits. The article below covers common eye issues that can occur during the holiday season and how to decrease your risk.