Preventing Eye Injuries at Home: Celebrate Home Eye Safety Month

<!– wp:acf/simple-container-text {"id":"block_6303bd27cca51","name":"acf/simple-container-text","data":{"text":"u003cimg class=u0022size-medium wp-image-6243 alignleftu0022 src=u0022https://optimaeye.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/shutterstock_1686892039-1-300×200.jpgu0022 alt=u0022preventing eye injuries at homeu0022 width=u0022300u0022 height=u0022200u0022 /u003ernrnAlmost half of all eye injuries occur in and around the home. Most of these accidents can be prevented. To help educate and prevent eye injuries at home, Bay Area corneal specialist Mark Mandel, MD, celebrates Home Eye Safety Month. Here he provides his top tips on how to prevent eye injuries at home.rnu003ch2u003eAvoid Fireworksu003c/h2u003ernFireworks cause countless injuries, including eye injuries, during the holidays. The best way to avoid these injuries is to avoid fireworks. Even so-called “safe” fireworks can cause burns to the eyes and foreign objects to harm the eyes.rnu003ch2u003eUse Caution in the Kitchenu003c/h2u003ernPatients are urged to use caution in the kitchen. Eye injuries can occur in a number of ways when food is being prepared. One of the most common ways eyes are injured in the kitchen is from hot oil and grease being splattered. You can avoid this with a grease shield or a lid. Protective eyewear may also help keep your eyes safe from splatter.rnrnAnother common eye irritant is spicy food. Always wash your hands after handling spicy food and avoid touching your eyes or your face.rnu003ch2u003eBe Careful with Cosmeticsu003c/h2u003ernCosmetics and cosmetic tools can lead to eye injuries. If you are wearing makeup, check the ingredients before applying around your eye area. Be very careful when using mascara wands or tweezers around your eyes. A minor slip of the hand can lead to a serious eye injury.rnu003ch2u003eWear Safety Glasses or Goggles When Appropriateu003c/h2u003ernAccidents can happen anywhere in and around the house. If you are engaged in any of the following activities, then you should wear safety glasses or goggles:rnu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eCleaning with or using chemicalsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDoing yard work (including mowing the lawn)u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWoodworkingu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003ch2u003ePrevent Age-Related Fallsu003c/h2u003ernFalls are a leading cause of eye injuries. As patients age, their risk for falls increases. While not all falls can be prevented, you can take steps to decrease your risk of falls by doing the following around your house:rnu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eKeep the floor clean and clear to reduce tripping hazards.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eSecure rugs and carpets to the floor.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eInstall handrails in the bathroom and around stairs.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eUse nightlights to prevent tripping in the dark.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWear non-slip socks and shoes.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eInstall non-slip barriers in the bathroom and around stairs.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003ch2u003eAvoid Non-Prescription Contact Lensesu003c/h2u003ernNon-prescription costume contact lenses are popular, especially during Halloween. Unfortunately, these types of contact lenses can also seriously damage your eyes. Avoid the risk and consider alternate ways to win a costume contest.rnu003ch2u003eSelect the Best Ophthalmologist in the Bay Areau003c/h2u003ernBay Area corneal specialist u003ca href=u0022https://optimaeye.com/dr-mandels-bio/u0022u003eMark Mandelu003c/au003e, MD, has years of experience treating patients who have suffered eye injuries. He relies on his expertise combined with the latest technology to give patients the best opportunity to achieve clear vision. Schedule a u003ca href=u0022https://optimaeye.com/contact-us/u0022u003epersonal consultationu003c/au003e with the best ophthalmologist in the Bay Area by u003ca href=u0022mailto:mmandel@optimaeye.comu0022u003eemailingu003c/au003e or calling 877-210-2020 ext. 3 today.”,”_text”:”field_60cb64cb565f6″},”align”:””,”mode”:”edit”} /–>