Yippee, it’s December. Advent has started and Christmas is around the corner. You still have to buy presents, you have parties to go to, or maybe even to give. If you have far away friends and family then you have packages to mail. And, of course you will be decorating your tree and your house So, you sure do any eye injuries to ruin your holidays (or your eyes for that matter) !
O Christmas Tree Tip:
Are you the one who still loves to buy the fresh tree. Who loves the smell and look of pine? If so, be careful of the needles. It can be so easy, especially when you untie the tree, to get a needle in your eye.
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) spokesperson Andrew Iwach, M.D., says: “the branches can burst forward, hitting and injuring your eyes.” Cut back the lower branches to avoid eye injuries to small children, and hang glass ornaments out of reach to avoid potential injury.
You Could Put an Eye Out
And now, it’s time for the champagne. Who doesn’t love the popping of the cork, the bubbles, the taste, and of course, that warm feeling it gives you. But be careful how you pop that cork, eye injuries from holiday-related cork popping is quite common. According to the AAO. Follow their instructions below to enjoy your champagne safely.
Make sure sparkling wine is chilled to at least 45 degrees Fahrenheit before opening—the cork of a warm bottle is more likely to pop unexpectedly.
Hold the cork down with the palm of your hand while you remove the wire hood.
Place a towel over the bottle and point it away from yourself (and others) at a 45-degree angle. Holding the bottle firmly in one hand, use the other to grasp the cork, slowly and firmly twisting it to break the seal.
Keeping the bottle at a 45-degree angle, slowly turn the cork with a slight upward pull, continuing until the cork is almost out of the neck. Counter the force of the cork using a slight downward pressure just as the cork breaks free from the bottle.
Babes in Toyland (A Tip From The Rebuild Your Vision Progam ) According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2005 more than 6,000 children under the age of 15 were treated in U.S. emergency rooms for toy-related eye injuries. “Most eye injuries caused by toys are completely preventable,” says Dr. Jeff Smith, vice president of professional affairs for Pearle Vision. “Many parents are simply unaware of what to look for to maximize eye safety.” Keep the following tips in mind as you shop for toys this holiday season.
Avoid purchasing toys with sharp, protruding or projectile parts.
Select only toys and gifts appropriate for the child’s age and maturity level.
Look for the ASTM label, which means the product meets the safety standards set by the American Society for Testing and Materials.
Make sure children are appropriately supervised if they are playing with potentially hazardous toys or games that could cause injury.
Planning On Spending Time On Your Computer This Holiday, Or Maybe Playing A Lot Of Your Video Games?
If you are going to be on the computer, or video for long periods of time during the holiday. (Or any time for that matter) read this article on Computer Vision Syndrome, also known as Near Point Stress.
Yippee, it’s December. Advent has started and Christmas is around the corner. You still have to buy presents, you have parties to go to, or maybe even to give. If you have far away friends and family then you have packages to mail. And, of course you will be decorating your tree and your house So, you sure do any eye injuries to ruin your holidays (or your eyes for that matter) !
O Christmas Tree Tip:
Are you the one who still loves to buy the fresh tree. Who loves the smell and look of pine? If so, be careful of the needles. It can be so easy, especially when you untie the tree, to get a needle in your eye.
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) spokesperson Andrew Iwach, M.D., says: “the branches can burst forward, hitting and injuring your eyes.” Cut back the lower branches to avoid eye injuries to small children, and hang glass ornaments out of reach to avoid potential injury.
You Could Put an Eye Out
And now, it’s time for the champagne. Who doesn’t love the popping of the cork, the bubbles, the taste, and of course, that warm feeling it gives you. But be careful how you pop that cork, eye injuries from holiday-related cork popping is quite common. According to the AAO. Follow their instructions below to enjoy your champagne safely.
Babes in Toyland (A Tip From The Rebuild Your Vision Progam )
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2005 more than 6,000 children under the age of 15 were treated in U.S. emergency rooms for toy-related eye injuries. “Most eye injuries caused by toys are completely preventable,” says Dr. Jeff Smith, vice president of professional affairs for Pearle Vision. “Many parents are simply unaware of what to look for to maximize eye safety.” Keep the following tips in mind as you shop for toys this holiday season.
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