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Happy Healthy Vision Month, celebrated every May 1! This month is all about promoting the importance of taking care of your eyes and maintaining good vision. Did you know that the first recorded pair of eyeglasses was invented in Italy in 1286? And now, with modern technology and advancements in eye care, we have a variety of options for correcting and protecting our vision. So let's celebrate this month by making sure our eyes are healthy and thanking them for allowing us to see the world around us!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1286</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Invention of Eyeglasses</div><div class='timeline-text'>The most basic form of vision improvement, eyeglasses, were invented in Italy, paving the way for advancements in eye care.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1727</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bifocal Glasses</div><div class='timeline-text'>Benjamin Franklin invents the bifocal glasses, a revolutionary development that helped people with both near and farsightedness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1888</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Contact Lenses</div><div class='timeline-text'>Contact lenses were invented by Adolf Fick, providing an alternative to glasses that offers improved comfort and aesthetic value.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Sunglasses</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sunglasses became widely used, protecting eyes from harmful UV radiation and reducing the risk of ocular diseases.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1965</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Eye Institute</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Eye Institute was founded, making major contributions in research for prevention and treatment of eye diseases.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Healthy Vision Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>Healthy Vision Month was officially launched by National Eye Institute to promote eye health and wellness.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Schedule an eye exam</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>The best way to celebrate Healthy Vision Month is to prioritize your eye health. Schedule an eye exam with your optometrist to ensure your eyes are healthy and catch any potential issues early on.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try new eye-healthy recipes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen and try out some new recipes that promote healthy vision. Foods like leafy greens, carrots, and salmon are great for maintaining good eye health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a break from screens</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>In today's digital age, our eyes can become strained from staring at screens all day. Take breaks throughout the day to rest your eyes and give them a break from the constant strain.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a walking group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Exercise is not only beneficial for your overall health, but it can also improve your eye health. Start a walking group with friends and enjoy the outdoors while staying active and promoting healthy vision.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use this month as an opportunity to educate yourself and others about the importance of maintaining healthy vision. Share tips and information on social media or in your community to spread awareness.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Healthy vision is essential for daily life</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Having good vision is crucial for performing everyday tasks such as driving, reading, and working on a computer. By promoting Healthy Vision Month, we can remind people to take care of their eyes and maintain good vision for their daily activities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Regular eye exams can detect serious health issues</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Eye exams not only check for visual problems, but they can also detect other health issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and even certain cancers. By raising awareness about Healthy Vision Month, we can encourage people to prioritize their eye health and potentially catch these issues early on.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Preventative measures can help maintain healthy vision</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During Healthy Vision Month, people are reminded to take preventative measures to protect their eyes, like wearing sunglasses to shield against UV rays or taking breaks from screens to reduce strain. By emphasizing the importance of good eye health, we can help prevent vision loss and promote overall well-being.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Eyes are the Second Most Complex Organ After the Brain</h3><p class='facts-content'>Containing approximately 107 million cells sensitive to light, and capable of distinguishing approximately 10 million variations of color, eyes rank after the brain in complexity.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Corneas are the Only Tissues that Don't Need Blood</h3><p class='facts-content'>Corneas are transparent and receive oxygen directly from the air instead of relying on blood for oxygen supply, which is unique in the human body.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Eyes Contribute Towards 85% of Your Total Knowledge</h3><p class='facts-content'>Throughout our lifetime, we learn more through visual information than all other senses combined – making regular eye health checks crucial.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Blinking Bears Health and Cognitive Functions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Blinking not only moisturizes the eyes but also aids cognitive function by allowing mini-rest phases for the brain. An average person blinks around 4,200,000 times a year!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Omegas-3s are Vital for Eye Health too</h3><p class='facts-content'>Often associated with heart health, omega-3 fatty acids found in fish and flaxseed oils also nourish the eyes by helping to maintain a healthy ocular surface and improve tear quality.</p></div></div>
Healthy Vision Month is celebrated on May 1 every year. In 2024, Healthy Vision Month will occur on a Wednesday.
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