More than 2.5 million Americans suffer eye injuries every year and 73% of them are male, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Eye injuries can take place on the job, while playing sports or during accidents on the road. However, nearly half take place at home during activities like yard and house work. The vast majority of eye injuries are preventable. One of the easiest and smartest things you can do to protect yourself and your family is to get a pair of protective eyewear.

Look for eyewear certified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) to protect your eyes while working on your home or yard. Also, be sure to always use the recommended eyewear for your job and any sports you play.

If you or someone you know suffers an eye injury, get help from an eye healthcare provider or other medical professional right away. Delaying medical attention could lead to vision loss or even blindness. With appropriate care, most people will recover from eye injuries without significant vision loss.

People suffering an eye injury may experience:

• Obvious eye pain or trouble seeing
• A cut, torn or drooping eyelid
• Sensation that something is in the eye
• Eye redness
• Blood covering the white or pupil of the eye

If you experience any of the listed symptoms, make sure you consult your healthcare provider right away!

For More Information Visit:

Medline Plus
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American Optometric Association
 Men’s Health Network