Join Lake Nona Eye Care in celebrating Women’s Eye Health and Safety month. To bring awareness of the importance of eye exams and steps everyone can take for healthy vision. Over 2.6 million women in America, over the age of 40, are visually impaired or blind.
“The first thing every woman should do, especially those ages 40 and older, is get a dilated eye exam,” said Hugh R. Parry, president and chief executive officer of Prevent Blindness America. “Through early detection and treatment, vision loss can be lessened.”
The four leading eye disease, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, cataracts, and age related macular degeneration, are more prevalent in women than men, according to a study by Prevent Blindness America.
Knowledge is Key!
Do you know your family health history? Is your family prone to certain eye diseases, cataracts, or dry eyes? If found early, many sight-threatening diseases can be treated.
Incorporate healthy habits for optimal eye health. Steps to Healthy Vision
Eat plenty of green leafy vegetables, fruits and food rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and get plenty of exercise. Avoid processed foods.
Make-up and skin care products past their expiration date should be thrown out. Expired products, brushes, eye shadows, moisturizers, and facial soap, can have harmful bacteria that can have adverse effects on your vision.
Don’t forget to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. Over exposure for a prolonged period of time can lead to macular degeneration and cataracts. More than a fashion statement, sunglasses protect your eyes.
Early detection of any eye condition is key to preserving your vision. Which is why annual comprehensive eye exams are so important. Many eye diseases have little to no symptoms, you wouldn’t even know if you had it.
Those with diabetes are at a higher risk of vision problems such as diabetic retinopathy (damage to the eye’s retina) and even blindness. Until the damage is severe there usually isn’t any symptoms. Annual eye exams lead to early detection, preventative treatment, and can save your vision.
When was the last time you when to the eye doctor for an exam? If it’s been over a year or you’re having vision problems, contact Lake Nona Eye Care today for an appointment. It only takes about one hour out of your year, but it could change your life!