Yes, such an awareness month does exist, and it is very important. It may come as a shock, but eye injuries are common during the holiday season. For this reason, Prevent Blindness, America’s oldest non-profit eye health and safety organization, has declared December as Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month. The group encourages everyone to …
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Halloween has long been one of America’s favorite holidays. And even though this year’s festivities will look a little different due to the CDC’s recommended COVID-19 precautions, it is still shaping up to be full of frightening fun, ghostly games, creative costumes, and tons of tasty treats. But while most people look forward to the …
Read MoreWhen the dog days of summer roll around, that’s the cue for most parents to start their back-to-school planning. Instead of searching for deals on swimsuits, beach bags, and pool toys, we’re chasing down the best bargains on clothing, backpacks, and school supplies. Amidst all the hurrying and scurrying to get the school year started …
Read MoreWith summer in full swing and social distancing forcing many of us to rethink our typical summer vacays, now is the perfect time to hit the road and experience the awe-inspiring destinations and natural wonders the United States has to offer. And since much of your time will be spent exploring the outdoors, don’t forget …
Read MoreWith sponsorship support from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Prevent Blindness, the nation’s oldest volunteer organization that advocates for eye health and safety, has declared March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. By raising awareness and sharing free information throughout the month, their goal is to provide employers and workers with valuable resources that teach the …
Read MoreLeaves changing. Halloween stores opening. Candy stashing. This can only mean one thing. October has finally arrived. While this month is full of exciting activities and events, it’s also Home Eye Safety Month. “Accidents involving common household products cause 125,000 eye injuries each year.” – Prevent Blindness Is this number shocking to you? While many would …
Read MoreWe don't all have an amazing set of coke bottle glasses to protect our eyes, like Milton from Office Space. If we did, perhaps there would not be so many work-related eye injuries each year in the United States. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports about 2,000 U.S. workers sustain job-related eye …
Read More1,300. That's the number of firework related eye injuries reported in the month of July last year. And the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says that number is up nearly 200% since 2011. The problem seems to be that red-blooded American males are attempting to recreate grandiose firework displays for their friends and families in …
Read MoreIf you were to ask a handful of athletes to name the body part that is most important to their sport, chances are you would receive a different answer from each, depending on their sport or position. For instance, baseball or softball players might say their throwing arms, while soccer players would probably point out …
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