N e w s l e t t e r

Volume 2, Issue 5

In this issue:

July is Fireworks Safety Month

Americans celebrate Independence Day with food, get-togethers and, sometimes, fireworks. But fireworks are extremely dangerous
Read More..

First Aid for Eye Emergencies

Knowing what to do for an eye emergency can save valuable time and possibly prevent vision loss. Here are some instructions for basic eye injury first aid.
Read More..

Play It Safe!

Each year, thousands of children 5 and under have eye accidents at home, at play, or in the car. These eye injuries can damage a child's sight and even cause blindness.
Read More..

Extras:

Other Sites: Hale-Qamar Cataract & LASIK Center

Northland Eye Care provides LASIK services co-managed with Hale-Qamar Cataract & LASIK Center of Scottsdale.
Visit Hale-Qamar

July is Fireworks Safety Month

Americans celebrate Independence Day with food, get-togethers and, sometimes, fireworks. But fireworks are extremely dangerous, and bystanders are more often injured by fireworks than operators themselves. No one knows that better than the Shannon family. Read more by visiting Prevent Blindness America.

First Aid for Eye Emergencies

Knowing what to do for an eye emergency can save valuable time and possibly prevent vision loss. Here are some instructions for basic eye injury first aid.

Be Prepared

Wear eye protection for all hazardous activities and sports-at school, home, and on the job.
Stock a first aid kit with a rigid eye shield and commercial eyewash before an eye injury happens.
DO NOT assume that any eye injury is harmless. When in doubt, see a doctor immediately.

Chemical Burns to the Eye

In all cases of eye contact with chemicals:

Immediately flush the eye with water or any other drinkable liquid. Hold the eye under a faucet or shower, or pour water into the eye using a clean container. Keep the eye open and as wide as possible while flushing. Continue flushing for at least 15 minutes.
DO NOT use an eyecup.
If a contact lens is in the eye, begin flushing over the lens immediately. This may wash away the lens.
DO NOT bandage the eye.
Seek immediate medical treatment after flushing.

Specks in the Eye

DO NOT rub the eye
Try to let tears wash the speck out or use an eyewash.
Try lifting the upper eyelid outward and down over the lower lid.
If the speck does not wash out, keep the eye closed, bandage it lightly, and see a doctor.

Blows to the Eye

Apply a cold compress without putting pressure on the eye. Crushed ice in a plastic bag can be taped to the forehead to rest gently on the injured eye.
In cases of pain, reduced vision, or discoloration (black eye), seek emergency medical care. Any of these symptoms could mean internal eye damage.

Cuts and Punctures of the Eye or Eyelid

DO NOT wash out the eye with water or any other liquid.
DO NOT try to remove an object that is stuck in the eye.
Cover the eye with a rigid shield without applying pressure. The bottom half of a paper cup can be used.
See a doctor at once.

For more information on eye safety, email Prevent Blindness, contact us online, or call 1-800-331-2020.

Play It Safe!

Each year, thousands of children 5 and under have eye accidents at home, at play, or in the car. These eye injuries can damage a child's sight and even cause blindness. Taking these simple steps can help prevent eye injuries to your child:

Understand the dangers
Find and remove hazards
Watch your child closely

The most common causes of eye injuries to children include:

Misuse of toys
Falls from beds, against furniture, on stairs, and when playing with toys
Misuse of everyday tools and objects (work and garden tools, knives and forks, pens and pencils)
Contact with harmful household products (detergents, paints, glues, etc.)
Automobile accidents.

Finding and removing hazards

At Home: Use safety gates at top and bottom of stairs. Pad or cushion sharp corners. Put lock on all cabinets and draws that kids can reach. Keep all sharp or pointed objects out of kid's hands. Put away all hazardous chemicals, including cleaning solutions. Keep your child out of work areas.

At Play: Read all warnings and instructions on toys. Avoid toys with sharp edges or hard points, spikes, and rods. Don't buy toys that fly or shoot. Be aware of items in playgrounds and play areas that are hazards. Make sure your child wears proper eye protection when playing sports.

On the Road: Make sure children are properly secured in baby carriers and child safety seats and that the seat and shoulder belts fit well. Children age 12 and younger should never ride in the front seat. Store loose items in the trunk, or secured on the floor. Any loose object can become dangerous in a crash.

How to tell if your child has an eye injury

If you notice any of these signs, get medical help right away:

Your child has obvious pain or trouble seeing.
Your child has a cut or torn eyelid.
One eye does not move as well as the other.
One eye sticks out compared to the other.
The eye has an unusual pupil size or shape.
There is blood in the clear part of the eye.
Your child has something in the eye or under the eyelid that can't be easily removed.

If you suspect that your child has a vision problem, visit an eye doctor for an exam.



N e w s l e t t e r Volume 2, Issue 5 In this issue: July is Fireworks Safety Month Americans celebrate Independence Day with food, get-togethers and, sometimes, fireworks. But fireworks are extremely dangerous Read More.. First Aid for Eye Emergencies Knowing what to do for an eye emergency can save valuable time and possibly prevent vision loss. Here are some instructions for basic eye injury first aid. Read More.. Play It Safe! Each year, thousands of children 5 and under have eye accidents at home, at play, or in the car. These eye injuries can damage a child's sight and even cause blindness. Read More.. Extras: Other Sites: Hale-Qamar Cataract & LASIK Center Northland Eye Care provides LASIK services co-managed with Hale-Qamar Cataract & LASIK Center of Scottsdale. Visit Hale-Qamar	July is Fireworks Safety Month Americans celebrate Independence Day with food, get-togethers and, sometimes, fireworks. But fireworks are extremely dangerous, and bystanders are more often injured by fireworks than operators themselves. No one knows that better than the Shannon family. Read more by visiting Prevent Blindness America. First Aid for Eye Emergencies Knowing what to do for an eye emergency can save valuable time and possibly prevent vision loss. Here are some instructions for basic eye injury first aid. Be Prepared Wear eye protection for all hazardous activities and sports-at school, home, and on the job. Stock a first aid kit with a rigid eye shield and commercial eyewash before an eye injury happens. DO NOT assume that any eye injury is harmless. When in doubt, see a doctor immediately. Chemical Burns to the Eye In all cases of eye contact with chemicals: Immediately flush the eye with water or any other drinkable liquid. Hold the eye under a faucet or shower, or pour water into the eye using a clean container. Keep the eye open and as wide as possible while flushing. Continue flushing for at least 15 minutes. DO NOT use an eyecup. If a contact lens is in the eye, begin flushing over the lens immediately. This may wash away the lens. DO NOT bandage the eye. Seek immediate medical treatment after flushing. Specks in the Eye DO NOT rub the eye Try to let tears wash the speck out or use an eyewash. Try lifting the upper eyelid outward and down over the lower lid. If the speck does not wash out, keep the eye closed, bandage it lightly, and see a doctor. Blows to the Eye Apply a cold compress without putting pressure on the eye. Crushed ice in a plastic bag can be taped to the forehead to rest gently on the injured eye. In cases of pain, reduced vision, or discoloration (black eye), seek emergency medical care. Any of these symptoms could mean internal eye damage. Cuts and Punctures of the Eye or Eyelid DO NOT wash out the eye with water or any other liquid. DO NOT try to remove an object that is stuck in the eye. Cover the eye with a rigid shield without applying pressure. The bottom half of a paper cup can be used. See a doctor at once. For more information on eye safety, email Prevent Blindness, contact us online, or call 1-800-331-2020. Play It Safe! Each year, thousands of children 5 and under have eye accidents at home, at play, or in the car. These eye injuries can damage a child's sight and even cause blindness. Taking these simple steps can help prevent eye injuries to your child: Understand the dangers Find and remove hazards Watch your child closely The most common causes of eye injuries to children include: Misuse of toys Falls from beds, against furniture, on stairs, and when playing with toys Misuse of everyday tools and objects (work and garden tools, knives and forks, pens and pencils) Contact with harmful household products (detergents, paints, glues, etc.) Automobile accidents. Finding and removing hazards At Home: Use safety gates at top and bottom of stairs. Pad or cushion sharp corners. Put lock on all cabinets and draws that kids can reach. Keep all sharp or pointed objects out of kid's hands. Put away all hazardous chemicals, including cleaning solutions. Keep your child out of work areas. At Play: Read all warnings and instructions on toys. Avoid toys with sharp edges or hard points, spikes, and rods. Don't buy toys that fly or shoot. Be aware of items in playgrounds and play areas that are hazards. Make sure your child wears proper eye protection when playing sports. On the Road: Make sure children are properly secured in baby carriers and child safety seats and that the seat and shoulder belts fit well. Children age 12 and younger should never ride in the front seat. Store loose items in the trunk, or secured on the floor. Any loose object can become dangerous in a crash. How to tell if your child has an eye injury If you notice any of these signs, get medical help right away: Your child has obvious pain or trouble seeing. Your child has a cut or torn eyelid. One eye does not move as well as the other. One eye sticks out compared to the other. The eye has an unusual pupil size or shape. There is blood in the clear part of the eye. Your child has something in the eye or under the eyelid that can't be easily removed. If you suspect that your child has a vision problem, visit an eye doctor for an exam.

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