Tag Archive for eyecare
OpDocs ready to take part in World Sight Day
October 11th is World Sight Day, which is an annual day of awareness to focus attention -- both locally and globally -- on blindness, visual impairment and rehabilitation of the visually impaired.
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) are currently coordinating events and donations for World Sight Day. The WHO and IAPB are working Click here to read the entire post
Caring for you contact lenses
Contact lenses are great. They're convenient and low-maintenance, they won't be destroyed upon being dropped, and they're easily and cheaply replaced. But all of that doesn't mean they don't require some care. Lenses are also very delicate, and if not cared for properly, can become damaged, or even more importantly, harm your eyes.
Cleaning your lenses before wearing them is crucial. Thankfully, Click here to read the entire post
Low Vision Awareness Month; Safety Tips and Access Technology
February 1 kicks off Low Vision Awareness Month 2012, sponsored by Prevent Blindness America.
Many problems related to low vision, such as Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, and Cataracts, among others, cause vision impairment and blindness. Prevent Blindness America was founded in 1908, and is the nation’s leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving Click here to read the entire post
