Archive for the ‘Occupational’ CategoryWilliam Mathers, MD, Answers Questions About Nature’s Tears EyeMistDr. William Mathers, a former consultant for Bio Logic Aqua Research, answered a few questions about Nature’s Tears EyeMist. All Natural Allergy Eye ReliefSpring is upon us, and Summer is just around the corner. It is during this time of the year that seasonal allergies start to affect us. The typical allergic reaction produces symptoms in the eyes, breathing passages and skin. Some allergens only bother the eyes, causing them to become dry, red, and/or irritated. Protect Yourself from Eye InjuriesEyesight threats can be found anywhere. From perspiring to being involved in emergency situations, the eyes are a lot more sensitive than most believe. Situations involving smoke, heat, dust, fumes, and airborne chemicals, as well as machine work, can put your eyes at high risk for injury and damage. Computer Eye Strain and Dry Eye Can Cost You Money, Productivity and Your VisionIf your eyes often bother you after a couple of hours at the computer, you are not alone. Computer eye strain, a form of dry eye disease, has become one of the most common reasons for eye doctor visits. Driving and Vision CareDriving, whether it is long distance or your normal commute, can result in dehydration of the eyes, or dry eye. The confined space of the car, combined with the heating/air systems in the vehicle, sun/road glare, and environmental conditions can cause the tear film of the eye to lose moisture. When this happens, the eyes [...] Eye Relief for Truck DriversProfessional truck drivers often face the stressful condition on long-distance trips called “Trucker’s Eyes,” usually due to dry conditions in the driver’s cab coupled with long hours, poor hydration, and eye fatigue. |