The Top 10 Causes of Eye Injuries … and How You Can Prevent Them

Each year, about 1 million eye injuries occur in the United States. In a 2005 “snapshot” of U.S. eye injuries, conducted by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, 88 percent of the reported injuries were accidental, and most (42 percent) occurred in the home.

In fact, common objects people deal with day-in and day-out can be extremely dangerous to the eyes. According to the U.S. Eye Injury Registry, 90 percent of eye injuries in the home could be prevented if precautions were taken. Here we’ve compiled some of the leading causes of eye injuries and urge you to play it safe when it comes to your eyes.

1. Household Chemicals

Chemicals like bleach, ammonia, cleaning agents, pesticides and others can burn your eyes’ delicate tissues. When using any chemicals in your home, wear goggles, make sure the area is well-ventilated and be sure the nozzle is pointed away from your face before you spray.

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