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Eye Care Tips


Eyes being the most important organs to visualize the objects are mostly frequently prone to injuries if not protected properly. With increase in the atmospheric pollution and other air borne pollutants, eyes are becoming the first victims. With the entry of the monsoon, there will been an increase in the number of people suffering from conjunctivitis (Mild conjunctivitis & Severe conjunctivitis) which is commonly referred as eye flu.
The common symptoms of eye flu are reddening of the eye, swelling, itching sensation, Watering and discharge from the eyes. This infection spreads when a normal person come in contact with an infected one.
Tips to prevent eye flu:
• Do not share towels, handkerchiefs, pillows, sunglasses, etc.
• Avoid shaking hands on physical contact with an eye flu infected person.
• Eye flu affected individuals should wear dark glasses.
• Wash eyes and hands frequently.
• Medication is ineffective if eye flu is due to a viral infection.
• Consult your Physician (Doctor) and take the medication under his supervision
•Maintain hand hygiene (by washing hands regularly with anti-septic                                  lotion/soaps/liquids/Sanitizers like Dettol, Savlon, etc.


The General Eye Injury sources include the following:
ü  Flying objects – A survey conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, found that about 70% of eye injuries were caused by flying debris or falling objects.
ü  Misuse of tools:  improper guards, poor maintenance, poor safety habits.
ü  Debris, Scrap, Waste (34%)
ü  Contact with Chemicals (14%)
ü  Person, plants, animals and minerals (9%)
ü  Parts and materials (6%)
ü  Welding torches (6%)

Health Tip: An Apricot contains nutrients such as vitamin A that promote good vision. Vitamin A, a powerful antioxidant, quenches free radical damage to the cells and tissues. Free radical damage can injure the eyes' lenses.

Data Source:
1.National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
2.http://www.thevisioncouncil.org/consumers/media/ResearchReports/VCASSESafetyReportv4.pdf

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  1. ePharmatimesAugust 7, 2012 at 8:11 PM

    Usage of spectacles is a good idea,as well i gave some eye care tips for maintaining the hygiene which could protect the eye from some infections. Wearing spectacles will benefit the from eye injuries and i advice wearing spectacles.

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