Category: General Eye Health

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on July 8, 2022

Making the most of the summer here in the Pacific Northwest and soaking up all of the sun is essential. After all, fall’s foggy mornings will return way too soon!  But as you soak up the summer sun, it’s important to cautious to protect your vision and eyesight. July is UV Safety Month, according to… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on June 9, 2022

You probably associate June with weddings and graduation parties, not fireworks and cataracts! The American Academy of Ophthalmology, also known as the AOA, has named June Fireworks Eye Safety and Cataract Awareness Month.  It’s an observance that highlights both ends of the life circle of eye health, from kids to older adults. Keep reading to… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on May 12, 2022

To protect your heart, you eat right and exercise. But what are you doing to protect your eyes?  May is Healthy Vision Month, an excellent reason to learn about how you can reduce or prevent your chance of developing a serious eye condition or chronic disease. Keep reading to learn how you can participate during… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health, Uncategorized on April 15, 2022

You play sports to have fun, but there is also an increased risk for injury. Every year, sports-related eye injuries affect many people across the world. Many of these injuries cause permanent vision loss, yet most are easily avoidable. The best way to protect your eyes from injury during sports is to wear proper eye… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on March 14, 2022

According to the CDC, 2,000 U.S. workers experience a job-related eye injury that requires medical treatment every day. One-third of these injuries need to be treated in the emergency room.  Don’t risk impairing your vision due to a job-related injury. Keep reading to learn why you need to wear eye protection during Workplace Eye Wellness… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on September 10, 2021

Do you think you know how to take care of your vision as you age? Do you ever think about what else you can do to keep yourself healthy? Your eyes let you watch movies, read, understand facial expressions, drive, and so much more. It’s essential to keep them healthy to maintain your quality of… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on July 20, 2021

July is one of the warmest summer months, and it’s nice to enjoy the good weather as much as you can. But did you know that July is UV Safety Month? Did you know that there even is a UV Safety Month? Keep reading to learn more about UV Safety Month and see why it’s… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts, General Eye Health on June 16, 2021

Have you heard of cataracts? Are you aware of the importance of protecting your eyes while using fireworks? Not only does June mean the start of summer, but it is also Fireworks Eye Safety and Cataract Awareness Month. The American Academy of Ophthalmology wants you to learn about eye health and how to protect your… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on May 6, 2021

Do you know how to keep your eyes healthy? Our eyes let us watch TV, read, understand facial expressions, drive, and much much more. We need to keep our eyes healthy, so we can continue enjoying these activities. In honor of Healthy Vision Month, keep reading to learn about healthy life choices that keep your… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on April 8, 2021

Do you or your kids need to wear glasses or contacts to see clearly? Did you know that eye injuries from sports can cause vision loss?  In the United States, around 100,000 people experience some sports-related eye injury every year. About 13,500 of those eye injuries cause permanent vision loss. Can you see why it… Read More