Other than going for an annual eye examination, here are some basic eyecare tips to help preserve good sight:

• Avoid touching your eyes as far as possible,especially rubbing the eyes or squeezing them.
• In case of any kind of irritation in the eyes, immediately consult an eye doctor.
• Try not to look at the sun,welding electrodes or other sources of very bright or intense light directly.
• Try to watch television from a minimum of six screen lengths from the set, which is the recommended distance. Also watching television for very long hours every day causes eyestrain.
• If you suffer from diseases like hypertension or diabetes, then see your eye doctor immediately. The eyes are usually damaged in such conditions and early detection and treatment is very crucial.
• Avoid using too much makeup, in the form of eyeliners or other makeup for the eyes. Some of these irritate and cause eye problems.