Eye Care

Computers and the Eye

* Precautionary measures

To minimize the visual problems related to Visual Display Units(VDUs)
- The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health(NIOSH) recommends a period of adequate rest after continuous work on VDUs
- It is important to blink at least 10-12 times per minute.
- Correct rearrangement of lighting and furniture at the work site may reduce strain on the eyes

General Dos and Don'ts

Don'ts

- Smoking and excessive consumption of alcohol are known to cause increased progression of
cataracts and optic nerve disorders
and hence it is advisable not to smoke or consume alcohol.

- Do not allow children to play with sharp objects(like compass,syringes and needles) or with
chemicals like lime.
Playing with packets of lime and the resultant accidental spillage of lime in the eye has
resulted in visual loss in many instances.

Dos

- Fresh leafy vegetables and fruits have naturally occurring antioxidants and vitamin supplements.
- Have a comprehensive eye examination by a qualified ophthalmologist once in 6months or a year.
- Wear protective eye wear while driving two-wheelers and while engaged in hazardous occupational work.


Source:
The Eye care handbook
by N Venkatesh Prajna
Arvind eye hospital
Madurai

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"Sarvendriyanaam nayanam pradhanam"

"Smoking is injurious to health"
"Drinking(intake of 'bad liquor(id) virus') is dangerous to health"

"Education is meant for character building and not harming others.
kindly do not smoke and do not drink to maintain good health(and hence for our country's health!).
Also encourage others not to drink and not to smoke."

Yours Health-consciously,
LSNBSQUARE.