In the Eye of the Beholder: Sight, Illusion, and Disorder
Injuries and Prevention
| Eye injuries are responsible for four out of every hundred cases of blindness. Flying metal fragments and careless use of contact lenses are the leading causes of eye injuries. Ninety percent of all eye injuries can be prevented by following health and safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective eyewear. Spectacles, goggles and face shields to protect eyes against chemicals, projectiles and other hazards are on display. Visitors are cautioned that the quality of protective eyewear varies widely; a national standard (ANSI) dictates the minimum protective power of any eye shield. |
14. Eye drop kit for use on battlefield, circa 1900, from the collection of Thomas A. Farrell, MD |
15. Eye wash cups, circa 1900, from the collection of H. Stanley Thompson, MD |
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