Category: Injuries

Cataract FAQ | Cataract Awareness Month

6/1/2025

Cataracts involve clouding of the lens in the eye. This can lead to dim or blurry vision because cataracts interfere with light passing through the retina. Cataracts are very common. In fact, according to Prevent Blindness, cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in older adults. Experts estimate that more than 50% of adults in the United States develop cataracts by age 80.

All About Tunnel Vision

6/1/2025

Tunnel vision, medically known as peripheral vision loss, involves a loss in the field of vision. Your field of vision includes your central and peripheral vision. Your central vision refers to what you can see right in front of you, while your peripheral vision involves what you can see to the side without turning your head.

Tunnel vision can affect one or both eyes. Researchers estimate that about 13% of people over 65 have peripheral vision loss.

How to Protect Your Eyes at Work | World Day for Health and Safety at Work

4/1/2025

Eye injuries at work occur frequently. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, over 18,000 workers sustained an eye injury on the job. This number may be even higher since not all eye injuries are reported. Eye injuries at work may range from minor problems such as eye strain to severe injuries that may cause vision loss.

Most eye injuries at work are preventable. April 28th is World Day for Health and Safety at Work. It is an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of taking precautions to remain safe and healthy at work, including eye safety.

What to Know About Neurological Eye Diseases

2/1/2025

Problems with eyes or vision can be related to issues within the eye's structure. For instance, if the macula in the eye starts to break down, it can lead to age-related macular degeneration. However, your body systems are interconnected. This means a condition affecting one system or organ may also affect a different body part.

Neurological eye and vision problems can develop when an individual has problems within their nervous system. The nervous system includes the spinal cord, brain, and nerves that send signals between the two.

Retinal Tear vs Detachment: How Do They Differ?

1/1/2025

A retinal tear and a detachment are similar eye conditions that can potentially lead to vision loss. Both retinal conditions have similar symptoms and require immediate medical attention. Recognizing symptoms of a retinal tear or detachment is crucial to receiving treatment and preventing long-term complications including vision loss.

The article below takes a look at retinal tears versus detachment including causes, symptoms, and treatment.

Spotlight on Home Eye Injury Prevention | Home Eye Safety Month

10/1/2024

Eye injuries can occur anywhere, including at work or during recreational activities. However, the American Academy of Ophthalmology says approximately half of eye injuries occur at home.

Researchers are not exactly sure why injuries occur so often at home. It may be in part because people tend to be comfortable in their own homes. They are not on guard, so they may not take as many precautions as they would outside the home. It may also be because people are engaging in activities such as yard work, cooking, and home improvement projects that can lead to eye injuries.

Is There a Difference Between Male and Female Vision?

6/1/2024

When it comes to vision, are all people created equal? The answer may be surprising. Males and females can both develop the same eye diseases, such as cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.

There are individual variations in vision, and gender is not always the biggest factor. However, there are some differences between male and female vision. The article below examines some key differences.

Spotlight on Cataract Prevention

6/1/2024

Cataracts involve the gradual breakdown of the proteins in the lens of the eye. This breakdown occurs as a result of damage to the protein that develops over time. The damage to the lens causes cloudy vision.

If left untreated, cataracts can lead to vision loss. As reported by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, aging is the most common cause of cataracts.

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