Florida Society of Ophthalmology

08/05/2025

⏰ Final reminder for Members!

Don’t miss out on your member benefits—renew your dues now to stay part of the FSO community.

👉 Renew before it’s too late: mdeye.org/membership/dues

08/03/2025

If your kids are heading back to school soon, make sure to read this parents’ guide to pink eye. These viral or bacterial infections spread fast in classrooms: http://bit.ly/1jXLfuE EyeSmart - American Academy of Ophthalmology

Find out which pink eye home remedies actually help—and which can make it worse. Get safe, doctor-approved tips to relieve symptoms and heal faster.

07/27/2025

Everyone's eyes are susceptible to damage from UV light, regardless of age or skin pigmentation. But some people are at higher risk.📈

Here are some of the most common situations that increase your sensitivity to UV light:

EyeSmart - American Academy of Ophthalmology

07/20/2025

Buying new ?😎 Be sure to check for the 100% UV protection sticker!

Learn more about sun safety: http://bit.ly/200AvuC

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07/13/2025

Sun exposure is linked to eye cancer. Learn about protecting your eyes from UV rays☀️: http://bit.ly/1P8mrc6

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07/08/2025

📣 Reminder for all Members!

Have you renewed your membership dues yet? Stay connected with Florida’s ophthalmology community and keep enjoying all your FSO benefits.

👉 Renew today: mdeye.org/membership/dues

07/06/2025

Check the UV label!🕶️ Tips for picking the best with UV protection: http://bit.ly/1ZX0y7b

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07/02/2025

Curious about the Mentorship Program? 🤔

Join us for Mingle with Mentors — a fun, informal Zoom event to meet current mentors & mentees, ask questions, and learn more!

📅 July 15 | 🕢 7:30 PM
✅ Register now: https://ow.ly/29rT50WjGc0

06/28/2025

1/3 of Americans know someone who has been injured by fireworks or has been injured by fireworks themselves. Learn what else Americans think about fireworks: http://bit.ly/1THycvZ EyeSmart - American Academy of Ophthalmology

The Academy’s national fireworks survey found that while only 11 percent of Americans would let kids age 5 to 10 light birthday candles, more than half said children should be allowed to use sparklers

06/21/2025

Did you know sparklers can burn 10x hotter than boiling water?

Find more fireworks facts to share with your kids in this animated video: https://ow.ly/wJIu50VR2Ls

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Fireworks are dangerous: Know what precautions to take at a fireworks show and what to do if your eye is injured by fireworks.

06/14/2025

How does cataract surgery work? Here’s an animated answer: http://bit.ly/1JiCZRp EyeSmart - American Academy of Ophthalmology

With cataract surgery, a small incision is made in the eye. The front of the outer covering of the lens is opened and the cataract is broken up and vacuumed ...