SAVE
YOUR EYES - Sunglasses Can Help!
Submitted By: Tom Vitucci, Director of Recreation and Wellness
Long-term exposure to sunlight is a significant risk factor for cataracts
and macular degeneration; two common causes of blindness. A good pair
of sunglasses will go a long way towards reducing your risks for eye
problems later in life.
Here
are some easy tips to help you protect your irreplaceable eyes:
Source: American
Optometric Association, www.aoa.org
If you have any
concerns about your eyes or need to schedule an exam, the NSU College
of Optometry EYE INSTITUTE provides full-service optometric
care ranging from routine exams and primary eye care to specialized
services such as low vision rehabilitation, binocular vision, pediatric
and geriatric optometry, contact lenses and complete optical services.
Call 954-262-4200 or visit the web site at: www.nova.edu/healthcare/optometry.
