All articles tagged with #digital eye strain
Eye doctors recommend avoiding sleeping in contact lenses, ignoring eye exams, staring at screens without breaks, ignoring sudden vision changes, leaving makeup on overnight, looking directly at the sun, smoking or vaping, rinsing contacts with tap water, eating an unbalanced diet, and neglecting eye lubrication to maintain healthy eyes and prevent serious issues as we age.
A study by the Deloitte Economics Institute and the American Optometric Association found that excessive screen time, costing the U.S. $73 billion annually, is leading to symptoms like digital eye strain, neck and back pain, blurred vision, headaches, and dry eyes. Regular visits to an eye doctor, using eye drops, and wearing appropriate glasses can mitigate these symptoms and save individuals up to $1,920 per person. The study emphasizes the importance of better screen time habits and receiving annual comprehensive eye exams to maintain eye and overall health.