Summer 2006
EyeSpy Something is in my eye! What can I do?
• If something gets into your eye, such as sand or dust, do not rub your eye. Wash your eye with water to help get the object out.
• If a ball or fist hits your eye, put cold cloths on your eye for 15 minutes. This will help the swelling go down and the eye won't hurt so much. Go see the eye doctor (optometrist).
• If a small foreign object enters the eye or you have a foreign body sensation, go directly to an optometrist or an emergency room.
• If a chemical, like cleaning fluid, splashes in your eyes wash out your eyes with water for at least 10 minutes. You need to go to the eye doctor or emergency room right away, especially in the case of a strong chemical.
Source: www.eyecareoao.com
• If something gets into your eye, such as sand or dust, do not rub your eye. Wash your eye with water to help get the object out.
• If a ball or fist hits your eye, put cold cloths on your eye for 15 minutes. This will help the swelling go down and the eye won't hurt so much. Go see the eye doctor (optometrist).
• If a small foreign object enters the eye or you have a foreign body sensation, go directly to an optometrist or an emergency room.
• If a chemical, like cleaning fluid, splashes in your eyes wash out your eyes with water for at least 10 minutes. You need to go to the eye doctor or emergency room right away, especially in the case of a strong chemical.
Source: www.eyecareoao.com
Our ability to "see" starts when light reflects off an object at which we are looking and enters the eye. As it enters the eye, the light is unfocused. The first step in seeing is to focus the light rays onto the retina, which is the light sensitive layer found inside the eye. Once the light is focused, it stimulates cells to send millions of electrochemical impulses along the optic nerve to the brain. The portion of the brain at the back of the head interprets the impulses, enabling us to see the object.
Source: www.opto.ca
Diagram by National Eye Institute
Proper eye protection from ultraviolet light is essential. It has been estimated that up to eighty percent of total lifetime ultraviolet exposure occurs by age 18. Early introduction to sunglasses promotes becoming accustomed to sunglasses and encourages lifetime sun-smart habits for the eyes. Baby and Kidz Banz sunglasses have tough polycarbonate lenses that filter 100% UV (UVA and UVB), and have an adjustable neoprene band to secure the frame on your child and ensure a good fit. Baby Banz sunglasses are for infants up to 2 years of age, and Kidz Banz sunglassess are for children between 2 to 5 years of age. Our office carries a selection of Baby and Kidz Banz sunglasses.
Would you like to have a chance at winning 1 of 3 gift certificates from the The Toy Shoppe of London ($40, $25, $20)? Colour the photo (click here for photo) and drop off your work of art at out office or mail it to: 190 Wortley Rd, Suite 100D before September 8, 2006 . You must be age 10 or under to enter. Only one entry per person.
