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Eye Health Observances

Blog posts by Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute related to Eye health observances and events

July is UV Safety Month: Protect your Eyes

Protecting your eyes is just as vital as caring for your skin. There are two UV rays present in sunlight; UV-A and UV-B. UV-A rays primarily penetrate the skin, speeding up the aging process, while UV-B rays produce sunburns on the skin. Over time, exposure to sunlight may increase [...]

Glaucoma Awareness Month

Glaucoma affects people of all ages, but it is most prevalent in the elderly and middle-aged. It is a group of eye diseases that cause gradual damage to the optic nerve, resulting in vision loss. There are no visible symptoms. Therefore, this disease progresses slowly and is difficult to detect. [...]

Halloween Safety Month

A spooky holiday is upon us and although it is an event that requires playful costumes, trick or treat, and parties, it is crucial to understand the safety behind it. As tempting as it may be to complete the ghoulish ensemble, avoid costume features that fully or partially obstruct your [...]

Healthy Aging Awareness Month

Our eyes age just as we do. Aging brings about changes in eyesight, and overall optical health. In observance of Healthy Aging Month, we join the American Academy of Ophthalmology in raising awareness of the symptoms of vision loss and the necessary eye care steps to prevent it. “One in [...]

Happy Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

The month of August has quickly arrived, meaning back-to-school time for children. With the upcoming school year approaching, we tend to get caught up in shopping for supplies for our children.  Fulfilling their enrollment, orientation, and physical examination needs are essential to their ability to thrive. When we neglect the [...]

Happy UV Safety Awareness Month

Protecting your peepers is a full-time job. There are no days off, and for 365 days a year, we need to dedicate ourselves to our overall eye health. Our eyes are at risk of UV ray related damage year round. Therefore, eye protection should be at the forefront of our [...]

July is Fireworks Eye Safety Month

July is right around the corner and festivities during the Fourth of July can lead to eye injuries if handled improperly. These injuries typically occur between mid-June through July. Mishandling fireworks can cause serious burns or blindness for the user. It is reported that on average, 180 people report to [...]