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Screen Time and Eye Strain: Simple Fixes That Help

Extended screen time has become part of daily routines for work, school, and entertainment. As convenient as digital devices are, they often take a toll on the eyes. Symptoms like dryness, blurred vision, headaches, and difficulty focusing are common signs of digital eye strain. If ignored, these symptoms may evolve into more serious eye and vision problems that interfere with long-term visual health. Fortunately, there are practical steps to reduce screen-related discomfort and preserve your eyesight:

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Is Blinking keeps your Eyes Clean and Clear

Blinking is a crucial part of keeping the right amount of moisture in the eye surface, especially during cold, dry weather. It coats the eye with a fresh layer of tears while also cleaning the surface and moisturizing it. It is an almost subconscious action that means a lot to a dry eye patient.

Whether you work at a computer for +8hrs, watch a movie, or live in a dry environment, a slow blinking rate will increase your dry eye symptoms. Under normal circumstances, your blinking rate is an average 4 seconds, about 15 times a minute. When using the computer or staring at any other bright screen our blinking rate decreases by up to a whopping 70%!

Blink break! Before you continue reading… blink a couple of times. Will blinking alone help my dry eyes during the day?

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