There are thousands of Central Florida residents who suffer with eye diseases, but it isn’t easy describing what vision loss feels like. So, the National Eye Institute has created a See What I See: Virtual Reality Eye Disease Experience. It allows anyone to explore what life is like with vision loss through cataracts, age related macular degeneration and other eye diseases. We encourage you to experience eye diseases through this virtual reality application.
Healthy vision at a glance
- Eye disease and vision loss affect millions of Americans
- Most vision problems can be prevented by making healthy choices and using eye protection
- Getting regular eye exams is one of the best ways to protect vision
Unfortunately, many eye diseases don’t have any warning signs or symptoms. But that doesn’t mean you can’t do anything to protect your eyes and keep them healthy.
Our eyes are a complex network that helps us navigate the world around us. Eye problems are something most of experience at some time in our lives, especially as we get older. Luckily, most eye conditions can be preventable with early intervention.
5 steps to keep your eyes healthy
Get a comprehensive dilated eye exam
Use protective eyewear during sports and other recreational activities.
Know your family’s eye health history.
Wear sunglasses 99-100% of UVA?UVB rays.
Live a healthy lifestyle: Maintain a healthy weight, eat healthy foods, don’t smoke, manage chronic health conditions.
Don’t put it off any longer
Isn’t it time to put a comprehensive eye exam on your to do list. And do your part by encouraging family members and friends to get their vision checked. It doesn’t take long, but it can save your vision.
You may not even realize those headaches or stiff neck is stemming from an issue with your vision. Call Lake Nona Eye Care today for an appointment. Or stop by our Moss Park or Eagle Creek locations.