The American Academy of Ophthalmology has named July UV Safety Month. Follow these 3 tips for healthy eyes in the sun: avoid peak hours outdoors from noon to four pm, wear 100% UV blocking sunglasses, and try sporting a broad-brimmed hat.
#UVSafetyMonth#july#eyehealth
It's Fireworks Safety Awareness Week at @PBA_savingsight! Many fireworks injuries are to the eyes, that can lead to permanent vision loss. Please celebrate the 4th of July safely this year without using fireworks!
During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, we are honoring the more than 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and the millions of family and friends that love them. alz.org/abam#ENDALZ
"To address the huge unmet need in eye care, all countries have committed to a 40% increase in effective coverage of refractive error by 2030, and to a 30% increase in effective coverage of #cataract surgery by 2030." - @VisionMonday@WHO
It’s #InternationalNursesDay!
Today, we #SupportNursesAndMidwives by celebrating their bravery, kindness, and dedication 💐
Elizabeth Iro, WHO Chief Nursing Officer, takes us through her journey on becoming a nurse and what it means to be a nurse. Who is your favourite nurse?