07/15/2025
Your eyes do more than help you see, they help you live, work, drive, connect, and experience the world. Yet, millions of people skip routine eye exams, even when early signs of disease are already present.
Protecting your vision is protecting your quality of life. Healthy Vision Month is a timely reminder to make eye health a priority, not an afterthought.
What You Should Know:
• Common eye conditions like glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts often begin without symptoms.
• A comprehensive dilated eye exam can detect issues before vision is lost.
• People with diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of eye disease are at higher risk and should screen regularly.
• Kids and teens benefit from annual vision checks to support learning and development.
Simple steps make a big difference:
• Wear UV-protective sunglasses
• Follow the 20-20-20 rule for screen time (every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds)
• Eat vision friendly foods, like leafy greens, fish, and orange-colored fruits and vegetables.
• Don’t ignore blurry vision, eye strain, or discomfort.
Your vision is precious, and often, it’s preventable care that preserves it. This month let’s make clear vision a shared goal, for ourselves, our patients, and our future.
