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Monthly Archives: June 2020
Jun30
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Diabetes and Vision: How High Blood Sugar Affects Eyesight

By Baptist Eye Surgeons - Knoxville Eye Care

Diabetes and visionIf you have diabetes, then you know how difficult it can be to keep up with all the variables involved. Everything you do, from general health to eating to exercising, all serve to help keep your blood sugar in check. Failure to do so can harm organs like your heart and kidneys, as well as nerves.

High blood sugar also has an effect on your eyesight. When it comes to diabetes and vision, you want to understand how diabetes affects your vision and be aware of your risk of diabetic eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma. You also want to make sure that you’re visiting your ophthalmologist for annual comprehensive eye exams.

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Jun25
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Fireworks and Eye Safety – Safety Tips for the 4th of July

By Baptist Eye Surgeons - Knoxville Eye Care

Fireworks and eye safetyWhile fireworks and Independence Day are a classic pair, you should still exercise caution when combining them. According to a recent report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), almost two-thirds of emergency room visits due to fireworks occurred between mid-June and mid-July of 2018.

Fireworks and eye safety are a huge concern at any time of year, but especially before and after the 4th of July. You need to know the risks fireworks pose to your eyes and vision, how to handle fireworks responsibly, and what to do if a fireworks-related injury were to occur. 

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