Day 43 of 90 World Sight Day
World Sight Day #Make Vision Count
The ability of sight and vision go hand in hand,
As they enable us to appreciate all of God's creation.
Sight involves capturing images to be converted,
While vision gives these images meaning, as by the brain it is interpreted.
Our eyes are the bearer of this synergy,
So we must do our best to keep this interaction working effectively.
Statistics from World Sight Day show,
That 80% of the world's blind are avoidably so.
This means that blindness could have been treated or prevented,
If the proper measures were implemented.
Vision loss is not just the lack of seeing,
For it has profound effects on health and wellbeing.
It also doesn't need to be an inevitable part of the aging process,
Since technology has improved treatment which can be easily accessed.
To protect your eyes from decline,
Consider these simple guidelines.
Does your family's health history include high blood pressure or diabetes,
Because these place you at a higher risk for eye disease.
Regular physical exams should be a priority,
So early treatment can be initiated, if necessary.
Look for the warning signs that will let you know,
Straight away to the doctor is where you should go.
Red eyes, floaters, eye pain and swelling,
Double vision, hazy vision or just difficulty seeing.
A bit of exercise is always a plus,
And for the UV rays, wearing a sunglasses is a must.
Observing these precautionary measures is paramount,
If you really want to make vision count.