eye health

Blueberries have recently been hailed as a superior eye-care product, especially given the modern lifestyle of spending long hours staring at computer and mobile phone screens, which often leads to eye strain, dryness, and fatigue. [...]

Poor air quality not only exacerbates respiratory problems, but also poses a risk of pollutants "draining" into the skin, triggering dry eye and conjunctivitis. A woman recently spent only ten minutes outdoors on a hazy day.

Today is World Sight Day. The World Health Organization recently released its first global vision report, which points out that due to population growth and aging, coupled with a lack of exercise in daily life, [the following text is incomplete and likely refers to a separate topic:]

Many people have a habit of rubbing their eyes, especially when they first wake up, and it's easy to unconsciously rub them. But you may not know that if the cornea is rubbed frequently, it can become deformed.

Age-related macular degeneration is a common cause of vision impairment in the elderly, and due to genetic factors, the incidence of wet macular degeneration is higher in Hong Kong residents than in other regions. This is according to research from the University of Hong Kong.

Eyelashes are the eyes' first line of defense. When children exhibit symptoms such as frequent blinking, red eyes, rubbing their eyes, photophobia, or tearing, parents often assume it's just a common eye allergy.

Frequent eye fatigue and a feeling of something in your eye may be signs of dry eye syndrome. Ophthalmologist Dr. Wu Li-chi states that dry eye syndrome is a common eye problem in autumn and winter.

In today's society, people's lives are inseparable from various screens, and the phenomenon of young children using electronic products is becoming increasingly common. This has caused great concern among many parents, who worry about the screen time.

The School of Optometry at Hong Kong Polytechnic University has developed a new technology for detecting glaucoma that can detect the disease 3 to 4 years earlier than traditional methods, facilitating earlier treatment and significantly improving outcomes.

In the sweltering summer, many people enjoy basking in the sun. However, when engaging in activities under strong sunlight, in addition to taking basic sun protection measures, wearing a good quality pair of sunglasses is also highly recommended.