Summary
Experts advise millennials to take care of their eyes now to avoid issues like blindness in the future. They warn that screen time, smoking, stress, and poor sleep can harm eye health. Research shows a growing number of people might face vision problems as they age.
Key Facts
- The CDC states that about 93 million U.S. adults are at high risk for vision loss.
- By 2050, the number of people with vision impairment worldwide could reach 895 million.
- Millennials spend over 6 hours a day on screens, leading to issues like dry eyes and headaches.
- Digital eye strain can cause permanent changes like worsening nearsightedness.
- Smoking increases the risk of eye conditions like cataracts and macular degeneration.
- High stress levels can worsen eye problems, such as fatigue and headaches.
- Poor sleep habits, including trouble falling and staying asleep, affect eye health.
