Everyone’s favorite summer holiday is just around the corner as the United States gets ready to celebrate another birthday on the Fourth of July. One of the most traditional ways to celebrate Independence Day is with fireworks. You’ve probably already noticed the stands popping up just outside the city limits. Fireworks are fun but they […]
Safe Toys and Celebrations Month Aims to Prevent Holiday Eye Injuries
Don’t let an eye injury ruin a child’s holiday season. Put safety first when selecting gifts for children. That’s the message from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, which has declared December as Safe Toys and Celebrations Month. Each year, several thousand children under the age of 15 are rushed to emergency rooms all over the […]
Help Prevent Sport Eye Injuries during Sports Eye Injury Awareness Month
Over the past 60 years, the Houston eye doctors at Berkeley Eye Center have treated many patients who have suffered sports-related eye injuries. The sad thing is, most of these sports related eye injuries could have been prevented had the patient been wearing appropriate eye and head protection. This isn’t a problem unique to Houston; […]
Helpful College Student Eye Care Tips
Fall semester is underway for colleges in the Houston area. Between classes, studying, friends, work and football games, we know your days are full, but it’s still important to remember to take care of your eyes and look after your eye health. The following easy college student eye care tips can help you keep your […]
Consider Eye Safety When Buying Toys and Gifts
The holiday season is in full swing, and people across the nation are will be heading out to do their Christmas shopping. When it comes to gift-buying for the children on your list, eye safety should be a top concern. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports an estimated 254,200 toy-related injuries were treated at […]
How To Handle Eye Injuries
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 […]
How To Prevent Eye Injuries During Youth Sports
April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, a time to spotlight the importance of keeping our children safe while they pursue fun and healthy physical activities. While this may bring to mind avoiding broken bones and pulled muscles, eye injuries are also a common and preventable part of youth sports. Consider these facts about eye […]