Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons

07/08/2025

Tips for choosing the best sunglasses to protect your eyes from sun damage: http://bit.ly/1ZX0y7b

When you shop for sunglasses, carry this list with you. Sunglasses with these features can help prevent sun damage, keeping your eyes healthy and your vision strong.

06/24/2025

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.

06/16/2025

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

06/05/2025

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

05/28/2025

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.

05/21/2025

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

Getting an eye exam is an important part of staying healthy. Get the right exam at the right time to ensure your vision lasts a lifetime.

05/09/2025

May is Healthy Vision Month. Here are our top tips for keeping your eyes healthy: https://bit.ly/3vrvu5X

You’ve been told you have 20/20 vision, which is about as good as it gets. But life can take a toll on our eyes. Fortunately, we can take steps to protect our sight. These 20 tips will keep your eyes

04/09/2025

Patients With Autoimmune Hyperthyroidism Might Consider Avoiding Cannabis Usage...read more!

https://www.aao.org/education/editors-choice/patients-with-autoimmune-hyperthyroidism-might-con

03/04/2025

Registration is open! Join us May 16th & 17th for our annual Spring Meeting & Scientific Seminar. Some of our presenters include Dr. Lana Rifkin, Dr. Sean Donahue, and Dr. Lori Provencher.

https://kentuckyacademyofeyephysiciansandsurgeonsinc.wildapricot.org/event-5973813

02/28/2025

Measles is a leading cause of childhood blindness worldwide, and is re-emerging as a threat in the United States and other developed countries. Here are six eye conditions, including blindness, that m

02/20/2025

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month! Did you know? Exercising three times a week can reduce the risk of developing wet AMD by 70%. Studies also show that physical activity may lower the odds of both early and late-stages of AMD.

02/12/2025

Have a loved one age 65 or older with diabetes? Did you know they are at increased risk for blinding eye diseases? Find out how EyeCare America may be able to help protect their sight! http://bit.ly/1Q2cG50

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology along with EyeCare America, a public service program of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmol