Celebrating the 4th of July Holiday Safely
June is National Fireworks Safety Month (Honolulu, HI) July 1, 2025 — From keiki to kupuna, 4th of July celebrations are a time for family, friends, and holiday fun. But few things are more important than your eye safety – especially when handling or watching fireworks. June is National Fireworks Safety Month. Nationwide, the majority […]
Keep Your Eyes and Vision Healthy During the Summer
June is designated as Cataract Awareness Month While you may have heard of cataracts, did you know that 5% of people over the age of 40 are impacted by the eye disease, and 45% are diagnosed over the age of 70? The eye condition, a clouding of the eye’s natural lens that can cause blurred […]
For Mother’s Day, Give the Gift of Healthy Eyes
Tips & Tricks to Keep Your Vision Healthy While we may give flowers, chocolates, and a nice gift for Mother’s Day, consider making an eye exam appointment for the mother in your life this month. As we age, the prevalence or risk of eye conditions and diseases increases. Approximately 37 million adults in America have […]
Protecting Your Eyes at Every Age
Eyes Safety Essentials for April’s Sports Eye Safety Month Each year, over 100,000 people are hurt by sports-related eye injuries. About 13,500 of these injuries result in permanent vision loss. In support of Sports Eye Safety Month this April, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) reminds athletes everywhere that the vast majority of sports-related eye […]
Keeping Your Employees Safe for Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Each year, approximately 25,000 workers seek emergency medical treatment for a workplace eye injury. Eye protection and accident prevention are key to keeping yourself and your employees safe. AWARENESSThe Workplace Eye Wellness Month aims to reduce these risks by providing information and resources to help employees protect their eyes. SAFETYNonprofit Prevent Blindness urges the following […]
Getting Proper Eye Care for Age-Related Diseases
Age-Related Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in older adults February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month, a disease that is the leading cause of blindness in older adults. Luckily, many new treatments have been developed in recent years to manage AMD, including medications, light therapy, and implants. Over 20% of Hawaii […]
A New Year to Focus On Healthy Eyes
Signs to Watch for During Glaucoma Awareness Month Glaucoma is a common condition for seniors over 60 years old and is the leading cause of vision problems. January marks Glaucoma Awareness Month, an eye condition that damages the optic nerve and can lead to serious health problems, including blindness. Glaucoma is caused by fluid build-up […]
This Holiday Season, Give Your Keiki the Gift of Safety
December is Safe Toys and Celebrations Month (Honolulu, Hawaii) December 12, 2024 – Each year, hundreds of children’s eye injuries are caused by toys. For December’s Safe Toys and Celebration Month, Hawaiian Eye Center advises safety while choosing holiday gifts for your keiki this season. The American Academy of Ophthalmology advises parents to be cautious […]
For Millions of Americans, Diabetic Eye Disease Is a Major Risk
HEC November is National Diabetes Awareness Month Nearly 35 million Americans who have diabetes are at higher risk to develop eye-related health concerns that could cause blindness. For November’s National Diabetes Awareness Month, Hawaiian Eye Center has important information to keep your eyes safe and healthy. The American Academy of Ophthalmology encourages those with diabetes […]
Keeping Your Eyes Safe During Halloween Safety Month
Many costume contacts are not safe or approved – and could cause lasting damage It’s spooky season, and that means costumes, face makeup, and costume contacts: all major risks to our eyes. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) wants to warn the public about costume contact lenses that may not be sterile and could cause […]