To preserve your eyesight over time, you should take care of your eyes properly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that nearly 21 million Americans have vision problems. Another 80 million have eye diseases that can eventually lead to blindness. Don’t take your eyes for granted! Learn how to protect them by introducing these habits into your life.
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