Taking Care Of Your Eyes This Summer

SPRING AND SUMMER DAYS IN THE SUN'S RAYS BUDDING FLOWERS AND BASEBALL GAMES ARE A SIGHT FOR SORE EYES AFTER A LONG WINTER-BUT DON'T FORGET TO PROTECT YOUR EYES AS YOU ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS STARTING TO SEE RED? Red, itchy, and watery eyes may blow in with spring pollen ALLERGIES IN THE US ARE THE 6TH LEADING CAUSE OF CHRONIC ILLNESS 50 million Americans suffer from allergies every year to the tune of $18+ billion KEEP YOUR ALLERGIES IN CHECK Close windows during high pollen periods and use the AC in your home/car Wear glasses/sunglasses when outdoors to shield your eyes from pollen Take over the counter meds or go see an allergist for artificial tears, decongestant eyedrops, or oral antihistamines SPRING INTO SPORTS – Tennis, golf, soccer, fee-ball, etc., are warm weather sports that have potential to cause serious eye injuries EYE INJURIES ARE THE LEADING CAUSE OF BLINDNESS IN US CHILDREN 100,000 90% DOCTOR VISITS/YEAR OF EYE INJURIES and $175+ million are caused by sports-related injuries in school-age children can be avoided with the use of protective eyewear FIND THE RIGHT FIT Polycarbonate lenses are impact resistant and lightweight Wear specialized safety glasses or goggles TIME TO GET OUT OF THE HOUSE AND GRAB YOUR SUNSCREEN-BUT DON'T FORGET YOUR SUNGLASSES! DON'T BE FOOLED BY CLOUDY DAYS Even when the sun's rays are hidden behind the clouds it can still shine through illusive shade LIGHT EYES HAVE PROTECT YOURSELF FROM LONG TERM RISK A PERENNIAL PROBLEM People with light colored eyes are at increased risk for certain eye diseases as their eyes contain less of the protective pigment melanin Pack a hat with at least a 3" brim that can block up to half of all UVB rays from your eyes and eyelids and to protect your eyes and your scalp from the sun Peak times for direct sunlight are generally 10 am-3 pm, so limit or avoid sun exposure during these hours PRESCRIPTION EYEGLASSES IN THE US PROVIDE UV PROTECTION WHILE RETAINING A CLEAR, NON-TINTED APPEARANCE–BUT EVEN WITH 20/20 VISION–UV PROTECTION IS A MUST! DON'T TAKE UV PROTECTION FOR YOUR EYES LIGHTLY 41% of consumers reported that they don't check UV protection level on sunglasses before buying and only 30% reported that UV protection was #1 buying factor* *According to 2014 research from the American Optometric Association IT'S NO SURPRISE THAT UNPROTECTED SKIN EXPOSED TO THE SUN'S RAYS CAN CAUSE MELANOMA/LYMPHOMA CANCERS, BUT YOUR EYES ARE ALSO AT RISK CATARACTS PHOTOKERATITIS (SUNBURN OF THE EYE) PTERYGIUM Abnormal growth on the eye Progressive clouding and yellowing of the eye's focusing mechanism Red eyes, gritty feeling in eye, and extreme sensitivity to light called "snow blindness" SUNGLASSES SHOULD GO OVERBOARD AND OVERSIZED Lenses should match in color and be without 99-100% of ultraviolet radiation scratches/imperfections should be blocked Gradient lenses should lighten gradually from top to bottom 75-90% of visible light filtered out POLARIZED SUNGLASSES CAN SAVE YOUR EYESIGHT FROM UV INTENSITY If you love to joyride with the convertible top down or fish every weekend-polarized lenses are a must THE SCIENCE BEHIND POLARIZED GLASSES Only vertical light can and the wavelengths of light that cause glare are eliminated Enhances contrast and Contains laminated filters with vertical pass perception of colors stripes that break down glare like a venetian blind POLARIZED LENSES IMMENSELY REDUCE REFLECTED SUN GLARE OFF OF WATER, SNOW, OR CEMENT AND ARE RECOMMENDED FOR Truck drivers Sailors/boaters Water/snow skiers Fisherman Divers HYDRATION FOR YOUR EYES Working up a sweat hiking, biking, or just catching some rays can cause dehydration if you're not drinking plenty of water DEHYDRATION CAN CAUSE YOUR EYES TO STOP EASE YOUR EYE SUFFERING PRODUCING TEARS, LEADING TO DRY EYE/EYE STRAIN Drink extra water before and during sun time excursions Tears provide clear vision by washing away foreign matter in the eye and reducing the risk of infection Eye drops can help in a pinch to alleviate dry eye symptoms by lubricating the eye and washing away any unwanted materials TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT SUNGLASSES THIS SEASON AND GRAB SOME WRAPAROUND FRAMES, WIDE LENSES, AND 100% UV PROTECTION BEFORE YOU ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS! SOURCES acaai.org/allergies/types/eye-allergies nei.nih.gov/sports/findingprotection essilorusa.com/content/essilor-usa/en/newsroom/news/dehydrated_how_not.html superiorvision.com/learning_center/summer_eye_care_tips nei.nih.gov/sports#1 thompsonlaneeyecare.com/Five-Summer-Eye-Care-Tips-SERIES-5.aspx cdc.gov/healthcommunication/Tools Templates/EntertainmentEd/Tips/Allergies.html skincancer.org/prevention/sun-protection/for-your-eyes/protect-your-eyes mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expert-answers/uv-protection/faq-20058021 000.org/newsroom/survey-reveals-parents-drastically-underestimate-the-time-kids-spend-on-electronic-devices? FRAMESDIRECT COM premium eyewe ar DEVELOPED BY N NOWSOURCING