WOMEN’S EYE HEALTH AND SAFETY MONTH

 


April is considered as Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Did you know that more women suffer from visual impairments than men? One of the main reasons why women are affected by eye health issues more than men is because they tend to live longer. According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), women are also affected by hormonal factors. According to the NEI, women of age 40 and older who suffer from visual impairment, including blindness. Some other risk factors for visual impairment in women are age, smoking, poor nutrition, obesity. 

Reducing bad habits leads to improved vision. Lifelong good nutrition is a key influencer of good health including your vision. Dark green vegetables have been shown to potentially reduce risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). While kale may be the first leafy green on your mind you can include on your food routines.



Women are more likely to wear cosmetic contact lenses. Vision problems can arise though when these lenses are bought without prescription at beach shops, boutiques, and non-professionals. If you wish to wear these fashionable lenses, it is always best to consult with a licensed eye care professional first. If possible, do not wear contact lenses without the supervision of an eye care doctor. Also, never trade or share your contact lenses with your girlfriends.

Poor control of blood sugar levels and elevated blood pressure levels can increase your risk of blindness resulting from cataracts or diabetic retinopathy. Aim to keep your blood pressure and blood sugar levels within normal range by keeping tabs of your health numbers and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Expectant women with diabetes should see their eye doctor during pregnancy due to higher risk of developing diabetic retinopathy.

Lastly, visit your licensed eye care doctor for a dilated eye exam. Diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration can be detected during a comprehensive dilated eye exam because it allows your doctor to check for leaking blood vessels, unusual changes in the lens, and damage to nerve tissues.

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