Important tips for eye health

Essential Eye Health Tips to Protect and Preserve Your Vision:

•Avoid rubbing or vigorously scratching your eyes.

•Ensure that tissues and towels used on the eyes are clean and safe.

•Seek early examination if you experience a sudden decline in vision, eye pain, redness in one or both eyes, or suspect vision problems in children.

•Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption, as smoking increases the risk of macular degeneration and glaucoma, while alcohol raises the risk of macular atrophy.

•Protect your eyes from harmful sunlight by wearing high-quality sunglasses that block 99-100% of ultraviolet (UV) rays, and use hats when outdoors.

•Wear safety glasses when working in hazardous environments or engaging in sports that may cause eye injuries.

•Have regular eye check-ups to detect problems early and begin appropriate treatment.

•Keep contact lenses clean and use them according to your doctor’s recommendations to prevent eye infections.

•Following these tips collectively helps maintain long-term eye health and prevent potential eye damage.