LONG GROVE, Ill., April 30, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- May is Healthy Vision Month, and Forsight Vision, Ltd. is taking this opportunity to celebrate by reminding residents of the Long Grove area of important steps that need to be taken to maintain healthy eyes and spot problems before they become catastrophic. These steps include getting comprehensive eye exams, protecting the eyes from direct injury, and maintaining good overall health.
"Comprehensive, or dilated, eye exams are one of the first lines of defense against eye problems. They allow eye doctors to spot emerging issues long before they become obvious to patients. Often, this early detection is essential to preventing permanent loss of visual acuity or even blindness. Eye exams, however, are just one part of a good overall vision health strategy," said Dr. Todd Cohan, O.D. of Forsight Vision, Ltd.
Other vision protection steps need to be taken outside of the eye doctor's office. One of the most important is to take steps to keep the eyes safe from direct injury. Safety glasses should be worn when engaged in any activity that can result in objects flying into the eyes, such as working with power tools, hammering, or playing certain sports. When going outside during the day, wear sunglasses with polarized lenses to block UV rays. To protect your eyes from harmful blue light emitted by digital devices, opt for a pair of special blue light blocking lenses if you use a computer for prolonged periods and purchase Eyesafe® screen protectors for your smartphones and tablets.
"Maintaining good general health is also important for keeping eyes in top shape. People should eat well, avoid smoking, and generally take good care of themselves. Good eating will help prevent diabetes, making the habit doubly beneficial. Diabetes is a leading cause of sight loss as well as being harmful to the rest of the body. Smoking is also hazardous to the eyes. It narrows the capillaries, and this makes it harder for the eyes to get the circulation they need. The smoke itself is also hard on the eyes, as anyone who has felt the stinging after getting smoke in their eyes can attest," Dr. Cohan explained.
Finally, people should make sure to know their family health history with regard to eye disease. Many problems have a genetic component, and if there is a known history of eye disease in a family, optometrists will watch for early symptoms during exams.
About Forsight Vision, Ltd.
Forsight Vision, Ltd. offers a personalized approach to eye care that makes patients feel comfortable and welcome. Their office provides comprehensive eye care, carries fashionable eyeglass frames, and uses the latest technologies for exams and treatments. They are operated by Drs. Todd Cohan, O.D. and Emily Pott, O.D.
Visit their website for more information at http://forsightvisioncare.com/.