CNIB: Most Eye Injuries Can Be Prevented
(firmenpresse) - TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 05/15/12 -- A recent CNIB survey - released as part of - revealed that each year an estimated 720,000 Canadians sustain an eye injury that requires medical attention.
"Many people think eye injuries only happen in industrial settings - where machines or chemicals are involved," said , CNIB's Vice-President of Research. "But in reality, over two thirds of eye injuries occur outside of a work setting."
Eye injuries are some of the most frequently treated accidents in hospital emergency rooms. CNIB's study also estimated that about 100,000 people each year lose time off work as a result of an eye injury.
"Eye injuries can cause serious vision loss or even blindness, but most can be prevented," added Dr. Gordon. "People really need to think about protecting their eyes better not only at work, but also at home and while playing sports."
Eye injuries that cause permanent vision loss impact not only the person affected but their family and friends, too.
Canadians can do their part to minimize the significant social and personal costs associated with eye injuries by taking simple steps to protect their eyes at home, at work and at play. In addition to always wearing sunglasses, protective goggles or other eyewear, Canadians can follow the tips below to help protect their eyes from common hazards.
At home:
At work:
At play:
To learn more about eye safety and injury prevention, visit .
CNIB is grateful for the support of its partners who are making a real difference when it comes to educating Canadians about vision health. CNIB would especially like to thank the as National Vision Health Month Partner, and / as Proud Supporters and , and . as National Media Partners.
About CNIB
CNIB is a registered charity, passionately providing community-based support, knowledge and a national voice to ensure Canadians who are blind or partially sighted have the confidence, skills and opportunities to fully participate in life. To learn more, visit cnib.ca or call the toll-free CNIB Helpline at 1-800-563-2642.
To view or download CNIB PSAs, visit: .
Contacts:
CNIB
Erika Bennett
Public Relations Specialist
(416) 486-2500 ext. 8355
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