Washington DC Metropolitan Ophthalmological Society
With Halloween around the corner, now is a great time to bring awareness to Halloween Eye Safety. Some of the risks of costume accessories can be scarier than the costume itself! Read our newsletter for more information.
Halloween_Letter.docx
This month, we take a deeper dive into healthy aging as it pertains to our vision. Preventive care and visual rehabilitation are key to maintaining good quality of life. See our newsletter for more details.
Healthy Aging_Letter.docx
As we gear up for children returning to school, this is the perfect month to give attention to children's eye health and safety. To learn more, please see our newsletter.
ChildrensEyeHealthNewsletter.docx
Summer is here, and there is no better time to remember to practice UV safety. Learn more about UV safety in our newsletter below.
UV Safety Letter.docx
As July 4th nears, June is a great time to learn about fireworks eye safety. Please stay safe when celebrating! Learn more about fireworks eye safety by clicking on our newsletter.
Fireworks Safety_Letter.docx
May is the month to bring awareness to healthy vision. Some vision and health problems can develop in the eyes without any symptoms. Consider getting screened with an eye exam even if vision is doing well. For more information, read our newsletter.
Healthy Vision Month Letter.docx
April is an important month for ophthalmologists to educate the public about sports eye safety. Tens of thousands of sports eye-related injuries are treated in US emergency departments each year. Learn more about sports eye injuries in our newsletter.
Sports Eye Safety Newsletter.docx
This month, we bring awareness to workplace eye wellness. Computers have become an integral part of many professions, and the increased screen time can lead to eye strain. Read our newsletter to learn more about the effects of screen time.
Workplace Eye Wellness.docx
Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in Americans over age 50. Early diagnosis and treatment are instrumental to protect vision. Please read our newsletter for more information.
AMD letter.docx
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness worldwide. It is often called the "silent thief of sight" because it has no early symptoms. That is why it is important to get regular eye screenings in order to protect vision.
Please see our newsletter for more information.
Glaucoma_Newsletter.pdf
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