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Whether you love or hate the winter season, you have to take steps to protect your eyes from the potential hazards of cold winter weather. Click the link below for tips on how to take care of your dry winter eyes! https://www.vspdirect.com/vision/5-tips-for-dry-winter-eyes

Nutrition plays a huge role in your overall health, but particularly your eyes! Make sure to drink lots of water and eat healthy foods such as green leafy vegetables, eggs, nuts, lean meats and poultry, beans, and citrus fruits.

Glaucoma is a disease that damages your eye’s optic nerve. It usually happens when fluid builds up in the front part of your eye. That extra fluid increases the pressure in your eye, damaging the optic nerve. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness for people over 60 years old, but can often be prevented with early treatment.

Are you at risk for cataracts? Cataracts can occur at any age but are much more common after the age of 55. About half of the population has a cataract by age 65, and nearly everyone over 75 has them. for more information visit https://www.ocstl.com/laser-cataract-surgery/

Pinkeye, also known as viral conjunctivitis, is more common in winter as lower humidity levels can allow germs and viruses to spread easier. Just like a cold, pinkeye is contagious and can spread from person to person. Commonly touched places like phone screens and doorknobs can harbor these viruses. Pinkeye can even spread from one eye to the other. For best protection against the viruses that can cause pinkeye, make sure to wash your hands frequently and avoid touching your eyes as much as possible.

Nutritious meals can help protect your eyes for a lifetime, but preparing those meals can be dangerous. Avoid common eye hazards and stay safe in the kitchen! Click the link below for kitchen eye safety tips! https://www.aao.org//tips-preven/eight-kitchen-safety-tips

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Keep your eyes safe! Always protect your eyes when doing any work that may result in flying debris or the splashing of chemicals and cleansers.

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Safety first! Avoid injuring your eyes while working outdoors and inspect and remove all debris from your lawn prior to mowing.

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