May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. For many people, as we move into the warmer weather, that might mean an increase in allergy symptoms.

Many common allergy symptoms involve the eyes, but keep in mind, eye allergies don’t only occur in the spring. Some people are sensitive to environmental triggers that occur in the summer or fall. 
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Eye conditions affect children of all ages, including school-age children. Getting an accurate diagnosis is important to obtain the right treatment. Untreated eye problems can affect a child’s emotional, social, and educational development.
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School-age children are usually old enough to let you know if they have blurred vision or other problems, but in some instances, children might not realize something is off with their vision. 
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We are in the thick of summer with temperatures climbing and lots of sunshine. If you are concerned with summer safety, you might think about life preservers and staying well hydrated.

Although eye health may not be your first thought, it is still important to maintain good eye care to avoid injuries and infection and to keep your eyes healthy. 
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With all the different eye problems that can develop, it is sometimes challenging to know when a condition is something to have checked out. To be on the safe side, it never hurts to see your eye doctor to have symptoms evaluated. It’s also helpful to learn more about certain eye conditions, including symptoms and treatments. Below are a few common eye conditions. 

​Eye injuries can occur anywhere, including at work. Depending on your job, you may have an increased risk of eye issues, such as injuries or infections. Even if your job is low risk, injuries and eye problems can develop. 
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​According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, in the United States, almost 25,000 people seek emergency treatment for work-related eye injuries every year. March is Workplace Wellness Eye Awareness month, so it’s a good time to learn more about how to keep our eyes safe and healthy on the job. 
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