We all need a good night’s sleep. Although you might not think much is happening while you sleep, a lot is going on. Restful sleep helps us function better physically and mentally. 

If you routinely do not get enough sleep, it can adversely affect your body and mind, and that also includes your eyes. March 12th through the 18th is National Sleep Awareness Week. It is a reminder of why to make sleep a priority and how to get better rest. 
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Injuries at work are common. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2021, private industry employers reported 2.6 million workplace injuries and illnesses. Some of those injuries affected the eyes.

According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, roughly 2000 workers in the United States sustain an eye injury at work each day. Some eye injuries are serious and cause lost time from work.

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Vision is something many of us take for granted, but without good vision, your daily activities, work, and independence can be limited. Certain diseases and injuries can affect our eyesight. Some risk factors for vision problems are out of our control, but there are many things we can control. 

There is no shortage of information on eye care. But everything you hear or read may not be accurate. There are longstanding myths out there about everything from improving vision to things that harm your eyes.

Separating fact from myth is helpful in understanding how best to maintain eye health. The more you know, the better you can take care of your eyes and maintain good vision. Below are seven common eye care myths. 

Age-related macular degeneration involves damage to the macula of the eye. This is the part of the eye that controls central vision. When the macula becomes damaged, it leads to a loss of central vision.

Most people with age-related macular degeneration do not lose their vision completely but developing central vision loss can affect your ability to do normal activities, such as driving and reading. 
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