Eye Protection

Sight is the one sense people would not want to do without. But often people do not take the steps necessary to take proper care of their eyes, prevent eye injuries, or treat eye conditions that threaten their vision. Eye health education helps you learn more about common threats to your vision, like the danger of sun exposure, sports injuries, and digital eye strain, including the steps you can take to protect your sight from these daily threats.

Caring for your eyes is an important part of protecting your overall health. One action you can take to protect your eyes is to be examined by an eyecare provider through a comprehensive eye exam annually. Eye exams can provide important clues and early warning signs for diseases including high blood pressure, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, and even life-threatening brain tumors.

According to the National Institute of Health’s National Eye Institute, other actions you can take to keep your vision healthy include: