Avoidable blindness refers to blindness that can be prevented or treated. No one in the world would knowingly lose their eye sight if they could help it. This article draws your attention towards common unhealthy habits that cause harm to your eyes, and if unchecked, could result in avoidable blindness in extreme cases. As the saying goes, it is better to be safe than sorry.
The most harmful habit that poses the greatest risk of being afflicted with avoidable blindness is in fact skipping your periodic eye exam. A yearly eye check-up is your greatest protection against sight-threatening diseases. One must also not ignore symptoms of eye diseases such as floaters, pain, redness, blurry or spotty vision, etc. In case of any issue an eye health professional must be contacted immediately.
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