While picking out sunscreen for your upcoming summer adventures, don't forget about your eyes. Check out our guide on how to pick the best sunglasses for UV protection: aao.org/eye-health/glasses-c…
The first new sunscreen active ingredient in 20 years! As the temperatures heat up this summer, FDA is happy to announce expanded options for consumers. Learn more: fda.gov/news-events/press-an…
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LISTEN: On Who I Met Today, Michelle Andreoli, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, and a spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, discusses an issue many of us deal with—dry eyes. @aao_ophthwhoimettoday.com/podcast-dr-…
Don’t consult Dr. ChatGPT. Researchers found the chatbot only answers common eye health qs accurately 15% of the time. Subscribe to EyeSmart instead for physician-approved articles delivered monthly to your inbox: ow.ly/6jK950Ym2xE#newsletter#signup#eyehealth#healthtips#health#eye#eye
June is Cataract Awareness Month. One of the leading causes of vision loss in older adults, cataracts can cause symptoms like blurry vision and sensitivity to light. Learn more about managing your eye health here: bit.ly/3RukHrt
It's #HealthyVisionMonth! EyeCare America wants everyone to take charge of their eye health and preserve their sight. That's why they provide free eye exams to eligible adults nationwide. Learn more here: ow.ly/3kvz50Z4WQJ
June is Cataract Month! Did you know cataract is the leading cause of blindness in the United States? A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s clear lens that affects vision.
As part of Cataract Month, @PBA_savingsight offers patients and care partners a variety of educational resources on cataract and cataract surgery - one of the most commonly performed operations in the United States.
Downloadable fact sheets, shareable social media graphics, and additional information are available at the dedicated cataract resource page.
Visit: PreventBlindness.org/catarac…#preventblindness#cataract#eyehealth
Did you know that an eye exam can tell you about your overall health, not just your eyesight? Another reason to get your eyes checked regularly. If exam cost is a concern, check out EyeCare America: ow.ly/Xw0Q50Z4WMo#HealthyVisionMonth
Yes, it is possible to get cataracts at any age. Anne Hathaway says she didn’t realize just how bad her vision was in her 30s until she had the cataract in her left eye surgically removed. Learn more about cataracts, and the only way to treat it, here: ow.ly/OWs150Z4wNq#TheDevilWearsPrada2#AnneHathaway#cataracts#cataractsurgery
GRAND OPENING! Our special exhibition, “Trachoma: Bacteria, Immigration, and Public Health” is now open through May 2027. This year’s exhibition examines the surprisingly fascinating history of the bacterial infection trachoma, from early outbreaks during the Napoleonic Wars to a cure with the discovery of antibiotics.
Check out ow.ly/JLGq50Z0y4Y for more information. #museumoftheeye@aaoeye
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What is Stargardt Disease?
Stargardt Disease is an Inherited Retinal Disease (IRD) that causes damage to the macula - the area that is responsible for straight ahead vision.
As part of Stargardt Disease Week, learn more about signs and symptoms: PreventBlindness.org/Stargar….
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