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Sports Eye Safety Month – What You Need To Know
by Berkeley Eye Center | September 26, 2017 | Eye Safety | 0 Comments

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An estimated 40,000 sports-related eye injuries occur every year, the majority of which are preventable. September therefore marks Sports Eye Safety Month at the start of every new school year. Here's what parents of the most avid athletes need to know so that we can all be prepared in case of an unexpected emergency. Racquet sports, basketball and baseball are...

Celebrate Workplace Eye Wellness Month with the Berkeley Eye Center
by Berkeley Eye Center | March 30, 2017 | Eye Safety, Frequently Asked Questions, General Eye Care | 0 Comments

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March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month. The Berkeley Eye Center and the American Academy of Ophthalmology want to take this time to raise awareness of the importance of vision safety in the workplace and practicing workplace eye injury prevention. Eye Injuries in the Workplace On any given day, over a thousand U.S. workers suffer a job-related eye injury severe enough...

Preventing Sports Eye Injuries
by Berkeley Eye Center | September 7, 2016 | Eye Exam, Eye Glasses, Eye Safety, General Eye Care, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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Every 13 minutes, someone in the U.S. is treated at an emergency room for a sports-related eye injury, according to the National Eye Institute. Prevent Blindness America has designated September as Sports Eye Safety Awareness Month in hopes of reducing these very serious and often preventable injuries. Common Sports Injuries The sports that produce the most eye injuries are basketball,...

Choosing The Right Sunglasses For Your Lifestyle
by Berkeley Eye Center | May 25, 2016 | Eye Glasses, Eye Safety, General Eye Care | 0 Comments

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Sunglasses are more than a fashion statement – they also protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Good sunglasses are important for eye health and the doctors at Berkeley Eye Center have created a guide of sunglass specifics and choosing the right sunglasses for every outdoor activity. Venturing outside for sports, driving, and everyday leisure exposes your eyes...

Berkeley Eye Center – A Look Back at 2015
by Berkeley Eye Center | December 29, 2015 | Cataracts, Contact Lenses, Eye Exam, Eye Glasses, Eye Safety, General Eye Care, Ophthalmologist, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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As 2015 comes to a close, the doctors and staff at Berkeley Eye Center want to thank all of the patients that chose us as the place for their vision needs. 2015 was a busy and rewarding year for Berkeley Eye Center. Here are some of the highlights of another great year of service to Houston and the surrounding communities....

Take Time to Consider Home Eye Safety
by Berkeley Eye Center | October 7, 2015 | Eye Exam, Eye Safety, General Eye Care | 0 Comments

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Last year, more than 193,000 adults and children were treated in Emergency Rooms across the U.S. for eye injuries that occurred in the home. This data from the  Consumer Product Safety Commission’s National Electronic Injury Surveillance System also shows that many of the injuries were caused by common items used around the house, such as cleaning products and power tools....

How To Handle Eye Injuries
by Berkeley Eye Center | September 23, 2015 | Eye Exam, Eye Safety, General Eye Care, Ophthalmologist, Optometrists | 0 Comments

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Any eye injury has the potential to be a very serious issue. When an injury to the eye occurs, it’s important to have a doctor check it out as soon as possible. Knowing how to recognize an eye injury and how to respond to it is important information everyone should have. Recognizing An Eye Injury Here are some signs that...

Keep Eyes Healthy With These Fireworks Safety Tips
by Berkeley Eye Center | July 2, 2015 | Eye Safety, General Eye Care | 0 Comments

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On Saturday, millions of Americans will celebrate Independence Day with friends and family. For many of them, fireworks will play an integral role in the celebration. While fireworks can be lots of fun, especially for kids, they can also present serious safety concerns that many people aren’t aware of. In a 2012 report, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission found...

Be Mindful Of Potential Eye Injuries During Sports, Home Activities
by Berkeley Eye Center | September 3, 2014 | Eye Safety, General Eye Care | 0 Comments

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September is Home and Sports Eye Safety Month. Thousands of injuries to the eye occur every year while people are participating in sports or doing household tasks. The majority of these injuries are easily prevented by wearing the proper eye protection. Protective eyewear can help prevent injuries that may lead to blindness and permanent eye damage. You may already know...

Schedule Eye Exams for Kids during Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
by Berkeley Eye Center | August 6, 2014 | Eye Exam, Eye Safety, General Eye Care | 0 Comments

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August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. With the start of a new school year just around the corner, now is the perfect time to schedule comprehensive eye exams for kids with a Houston eye doctor at Berkeley Eye Center. Healthy eyes and good vision are vital to a child’s development. Undiagnosed eye problems can lead to behavioral problems...