According to the Prevent Blindness organization, more women than men suffer from cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye syndrome, and macular degeneration.
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A group researchers from Georgia Tech have found that eyelashes of mammals grow to just the right length in order to funnel debris and dust from the eye without drying them out.
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Eye Health Risks of Smoking
We’re all aware of the harmful effects that smoking can have on our bodies, but many people don’t realize the negative impact that smoking can have on our vision as well.
A new study has found that individuals who exercise three or more times a week have a 58 percent decrease in becoming visually impaired compared to sedentary people.
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Protect your eyes from sun & snow
If you’re hitting the slopes this week for spring break, it is important to remember to properly protect your eyes for winter weather.
Sun Exposure to Eyes Can Cause Potential Damage
Some research indicates sun exposure has the potential for damage to the lens and retina of the eye. Aside from that, the white of the eye can be affected as well. The most common issues are pinguecula, pterygium and, more rarely, cancer.