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Eye Injury Prevention Month: 10 Tips to Protect Your Eyes

October month is globally observed as “Eye Injury Prevention Month” with a primary objective to spread information about common eye injuries like a corneal abrasion, acute hyphema, etc. and promote ways to prevent them. There are 10 useful tips that will help you protect yourself against any eye injury. Read on to know more.

Facts about Eye Problems

Approximately 55 million eye injuries occur annually in the world, which leaves nearly 23 million people with unilateral poor vision. Also, according to various studies the two most vulnerable age groups are 6-15 years and 16-25 years.

Tips to Protect Eyes

Tips that you can follow in order to protect your eyes in a better way include:

1. Make Workplace Assessments

One of the leading causes of eye injuries takes place because of work-based environments, especially when it involves heavy machinery or hazardous substances (like dust, dirt, metal particles).

2. Vision Tests

If you are suffering from any kind of vision-related problems then make sure to get your eyes checked by a medical professional as early treatment increases the recovery chances.

3. Wear Protective Gear

As per reports, around 40% of eye injuries take place while doing activities like cleaning, cooking and repairs and an additional 40% while participating in sports. Most of these injuries are highly preventable and you can keep your eyes safe by wearing the right protective gear, like safety goggles.

4. Learn About It

There is a lot to know and learn about the prevention of eye injury and by staying informed and understanding the correct measures, you can keep your eyes safe against 90% of possible injuries.

5. Educate Others

Educate yourself, as well as, spread awareness for the prevention of eye injury among your peers.

6. Keep Emergency Lines Secured

Keeping your emergency lines secured will help you get an immediate medical attention in cases of an unpreventable eye injury.

7. Carefully Handle Your Contact Lenses

Making sure about removing your contact lenses before going to bed and cleaning them properly is important as it can avoid your cornea from getting scratched which can result in corneal abrasion.

8. Avoid Hazardous area

Hazardous environment, like an active cyclone or desert storm zone, can be the reason for an eye injury. So be sure to cover your eyes, possibly with protective equipment and it is advised to stay clear of such an environment.

9. Avoid Rubbing Your Eyes

Rubbing your eyes in a frequent manner or applying too much pressure can inflict damage to the cornea or the lens of your eye. Thus, it is better to flush your eyes with water in case you feel itchiness instead of rubbing them.

10. General Prevention Measures

Some general preventive measures include wearing sunglasses during the day to limit exposure to UV rays and limiting your screen time on digital devices to protect your eyes from further eyestrain and itchiness.

Conclusion

Eyes are susceptible to damage but most common eye injuries can also be averted by adopting the correct preventive measures.

Sources: Prevent Blindness, Evergreen Eye, Rxless, Family Eye Professionals

Disclaimer: This blog provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. The information and other content provided in this blog, website or in any linked materials are not intended and should not be considered, or used as a substitute for, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Kindly contact your Doctor before starting a new medicine or health regime.

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Published on October 17, 2022