Hi, my name is Joanne Jacob

It is not a well-known fact that eye health is delicate, and can often develop disease, and even less is known of the steps individuals can take to prevent it or treat it earlier. During my second week of mentorship at Gainesville Eye Associates, I remember observing a patient with a sever eye condition and discussing with my mentor about why this condition is so prevalent. After speaking with my mentor and peers, I realized that most of the population simply does not know much about maintaining good eye health. Through my project I hope to answer the questions of “What are common eye problems?”, “How do I know if I have it?”, “How can it be prevented?” and many more. Using the various microscopes and imaging techniques available to me through my mentorship, and numerous print and electronic resources, I gathered information that I believed would best benefit the community. I have shared my findings to classes at my high school, and organized a website to help spread information. The most important fact that I wish to impart is that regularly visiting an ophthalmologist or optometrist can potentially save your vision. After an individual becomes forty years old, they should regularly update their prescription, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. If these small steps can be taken, an individual can greatly reduce their risk of developing harmful eye disease and conditions.

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