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We hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend!

Watermelon contains vitamin A and can help with your overall eyesight and eye health. #WatermelonDay

Today is National Coloring Book Day! Did you know that coloring books are an effective way to build strength in a “lazy eye”?

According to Prevent Blindness America, one in four school-age children has vision problems that, if left untreated, can affect learning ability, personality, and adjustment in school.

AR coating also helps people to see your eyes and facial expressions more clearly, as well as providing sharper vision with less glare when driving at night, and greater comfort during prolonged computer use.

Sharks have a special tissue that makes them particularly adept at seeing under water. This biological reflector system in the eye enables sharks to contract and dilate their pupils unlike other bony fish.

As with any muscle in your body, your eye muscles become fatigued from having to hold a tensed position for too long. Every 20 minutes you should rest your eyes.

Do you have your summer camp checklist ready?

These age-related changes occur within the proteins in the lens, making the lens harder and less elastic over time. Age-related changes also take place in the muscle fibers surrounding the lens. With less elasticity, the eye has a harder time focusing up close.

Avocados are great with just about any recipe. #summerfood #summer #avocados

Friday #eyefact!

July is the start of blueberries season! These small fruits are packed with antioxidants that can help reduce your risk of cataracts, glaucoma, and cancer.

Emotional tears are thought to be unique to humans! #eyefact

If you are in an environment with highly reflective surfaces (sand reflects about 15% and sea foam about 25%), UV exposure is much higher than it would be if you were standing in the middle of a city. You can lessen your risk of making it worse by simply wearing sunglasses.

Summer is here, time to get outside and enjoy the good weather. Most people understand the need to protect their skin from the sun with sunscreen but seldom think to protect their eyes. Corneas can burn too, and UV eye damage is cumulative over a lifetime.

A study from the US showed that 31% of fireworks injuries were to children under age 15. If you are purchasing sparklers or fireworks for Canada Day weekend, make sure that children do not play with fireworks.

It's National Sunglasses Day! Let's celebrate #NationalSunglassesDay by posting a #SunglassSelfie in your favorite sunnies!

Today is #NationalAwarenessDay, how will you celebrate?

Numerous studies have linked vitamin C intake and decreased risk of cataracts. If you are not a fan of oranges, no worries, vitamin C is also found in lemons, grapefruit, tomatoes, banana and limes.

Most adults experience the symptoms of #DigitalEyeFatigue—tired, dry, uncomfortable eyes after spending time staring at digital screens. But did you know that children are experiencing these symptoms, too?