05/01/2026
May is healthy vision month. You can celebrate this month by prioritizing eye exams, eating healthy foods, and protecting your eyes from UV with sunglasses. If you work on computers we also recommend doing the 20-20-20 rule. The rule just says to take a 20 second break to look at something 20 feet away every 20 minutes. Healthy Vision Month in May promotes lifelong eye health through four key strategies. Prioritize Comprehensive Eye Exams for early detection of silent diseases (glaucoma, cataracts) and systemic issues (diabetes). Nourish Your Eyes from Within with a diet rich in antioxidants, Omega-3s, lutein, and zeaxanthin to protect retinal cells and reduce the risk of AMD. Protect Your Eyes from Environmental Stressors by always wearing UV-blocking sunglasses outdoors and protective eyewear during high-risk activities. Finally, Implement the 20-20-20 Rule to combat digital eye strain: every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break to look 20 feet away. Making these four practices routine is the most effective path to long-term sight preservation.