This Month

April is Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Many people do not realize that women have different vision needs than men due to longer lifespans, hormonal shifts during pregnancy and menopause, and other factors. Our article shares several tips for how women can protect their vision.

WELLNESS

Pregnancy and Eye Health: Risk Factors and Warning Signs

Pregnancy comes with fluctuations in hormones, blood pressure, blood sugar, fluid retention, and a host of other health factors, all of which can affect your vision.

How Do Hormones Affect Eye Health?

Hormonal changes can cause vision to shift without warning. Our article covers the main hormones that can impact eye health, as well as different life events that can trigger them.

Spring is coming…

...and that means allergies. Here are our top tips to protect your eyes.

Seasonal allergies are on the rise, as warming temperatures extend the growing season of many allergen-producing plants. You may be noticing that allergy symptoms are starting earlier in the year and lasting longer. Whether allergies are new to you, or you’re looking for new ways to treat old symptoms, here are steps you can take to find relief.

• Avoid touching your eyes and wash your hands when you come inside.

• Use preservative-free eye drops, as preservatives can increase irritation.

• Wear sunglasses outside for an additional physical barrier.

• Plan outdoor activities for when pollen counts are low and air quality is good.

• Switch to daily contacts to avoid allergen buildup.

• Choose an air purifier with a HEPA filter and avoid ionic electrostatic purifiers, fiberglass filters, and UV light purifiers.

Be sure to talk to your eye doctor at your next exam to confirm your symptoms are allergy-related, and for more specific recommendations.