Tennessee Eye Surgeons

07/04/2025

06/30/2025

A Roman candle blinded 16-year-old Jameson Lamb in the right eye one Fourth of July. Find out how it happened and how to prevent it from happening to you: http://bit.ly/1Cr4n88

When Jameson Lamb and his friends began lighting fireworks one fourth of July, it all seemed like harmless fun. Little did they know that Jameson would be accidentally shot in the eye with what they t

06/25/2025

Americans are more likely to stop kids from lighting birthday candles than preventing them from playing with sparklers. Learn what other attitudes Americans have about fireworks risks: http://bit.ly/1THycvZ

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

06/20/2025

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

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

06/11/2025

Did you know sparklers can burn 10x hotter than boiling water? Ouch! Find more fireworks facts to share with your kids in this animated video: http://bit.ly/20HpiR5

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

06/07/2025

So, you think that those pretty little sparklers aren’t dangerous? Learn about the ‘blinding truth’ on fireworks safety: http://bit.ly/20HpiR5

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

06/01/2025

On this day in 1796, Tennessee was the 16th state admitted to the Union. Happy Statehood Day, Tennessee!

05/29/2025

Did you know smoking can lead to vision loss? Learn more about how ci******es harm your eyes here: http://bit.ly/1T1WkpR

Smoking contributes to major health problems, including heart disease and cancer. But many people do not know that smoking also affects your vision.

05/20/2025

Eating right can help lower your risk of eye conditions that cause blindness. Load up on leafy greens, cold water fish like salmon, and citrus fruit. Learn more about how these foods can protect your eyes: https://bit.ly/3bNCvq0

05/14/2025

Everyone needs a comprehensive eye exam by age 40, which is when your eyes start to change. Find out why dilated eye exams are important and what to expect when you have one: http://bit.ly/211OnqA

05/06/2025

May is Healthy Vision Month. Here are our top tips for keeping your eyes healthy.