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Children's Eye Health & Safety Month and National Eye Exam Month

August 2025 – Celebrate Healthy Vision for All Ages!

Protecting Children's Eyes: Top Tips

Children playing outdoors with sunglasses and sports gear
  • Encourage regular outdoor playtime to reduce screen eye strain and boost visual development.
  • Make sure children wear sunglasses with 100% UV protection whenever outdoors.
  • Use protective eyewear for sports and activities involving flying objects.
  • Teach kids not to rub their eyes and encourage regular hand-washing.
  • Keep sharp objects and chemicals out of children's reach.
  • Watch for signs like frequent eye rubbing, squinting, or wandering eyes—these can signal vision issues.
  • Schedule regular eye exams for children—early detection is best!

Eye-Healthy Nutrition for Children and Adults

Eye-healthy foods: carrots, greens, citrus, salmon
Vitamin A: Carrots, sweet potatoes, eggs, pumpkin, milk—crucial for vision in low light.
Vitamin C: Oranges, lemons, broccoli, cabbage, and strawberries help prevent cataracts.
Omega-3s: Salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines help eye development and may prevent dry eyes.
Vitamin E & Zinc: Almonds, sunflower seeds, peanuts, beef, walnuts, cashews, lentils.
Lutein & Zeaxanthin: Leafy greens, egg yolk, corn, broccoli protect the retina.

Eye Health Reminders for Adults

Adult eye exam in a professional clinic
  • August is National Eye Exam Month—make your annual comprehensive eye check a priority this month.
  • Yearly eye exams detect silent conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
  • Eye exams may reveal signs of diabetes, hypertension, and cholesterol problems before symptoms appear.
  • Keep your vision prescription up-to-date for optimal sight and to avoid digital eye strain.
  • If you’re over 40 (or over 65), prioritize regular eye checks to catch age-related changes early.
Don't Wait—Protect Your Vision!
Schedule your family's eye exams this August.
Healthy vision starts with early detection and smart choices.

Quick Tricks for Bright Eyes (All Ages)

  • Limit screen time and take regular breaks: 20/20/20 rule—every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
  • Drink water, get enough sleep, and eat fruits and leafy veggies.
  • Wear hats and sunglasses to block sunlight when outdoors.
  • Choose age-appropriate toys without sharp edges for infants and young children.
  • Contact your eye doctor if you notice haziness, cloudy pupils, discomfort, or sudden changes in vision.
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