Posts Tagged ‘Safety’
Parents: Here are 5 Steps to Protect Your Young Athletes’ Eyes
North Atlanta Eye Care and the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds parents that the right protective eyewear can significantly reduce the risk of eye injuries Atlanta, GA – Nearly 30,000 people suffer sports-related eye injuries every year. An astounding 90 percent of these ER visits could have been avoided if the athlete wore protective eyewear. Even the most low…
Read MoreJune is Fireworks Eye Safety Month!
10,000 Reasons to Leave Fireworks to the Professionals Every year, about 10,000 people are rushed to the emergency department for fireworks injuries. Ophthalmologists – physicians who specialize in medical and surgical eye care – treat thousands of patients who suffer a range of fireworks-related injuries, from cuts and bruises to damaged corneas, retinas, and ruptured eyeballs. Many…
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