Clinton Township Newsletter

1 0 J u n e 2 0 1 8 www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com Joseph F TriniTy sTeven D Farsiou richarD J Delello 47 Maple Ave., Suite 7, Flemington, NJ 08822 908.824.7265 | www.TrinityandFarsiou.com • PERSONAL INJURY • EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION • CRIMINAL/MUNICIPAL COURT • ANTI-BULLYING LAW • GENERAL CIVIL LITIGATION S i m P l e S t e P S t o P r e S e r v e y o u r v i S i o n By Jaime Blyskal Marcolini, OD Approximately 37 million adults in America have age-related macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, or glaucoma, all of which can cause visual impairment or blindness. However, recent studies show that making healthy choices and getting regular eye exams can help reduce a person's risk of vision loss. Everyone is encouraged to take charge of their eye health and preserve their sight by following some simple tips. Live a healthy lifestyle. Eating a nutritious diet, maintaining a healthy weight and not smoking can lower your risk of eye disease. Foods that boost eye health include dark green leafy greens, cold water fish and citrus fruits. A studies show that a diet rich in vitamin C can cut the risk of cataract progression. Other research shows that smoking doubles the risk of the eye disease age-related macular degeneration, is linked to cataracts and worsens dry eye. Know your family history. Certain eye diseases can be inherited. If you have a close relative with macular degeneration, you have a 50 percent chance of developing the condition. In addition, a family history of glaucoma increases your chances of developing the condition by four to nine times. So talk to your family members about what eye conditions they have. It can help you and your eye care professionals evaluate whether you may be at higher risk. Get an eye exam. Many eye diseases may have no symptoms in their early stages. An eye exam is the best way to detect eye diseases so they can be treated as soon as possible to help prevent vision loss. The Vision Council recommends that adults 18 and older are checked yearly. The American Optometric Association recommends that children have their initial eye examination at 6 months of age, 3 years of age and yearly thereafter. Wear sunglasses. Over time, exposure to UV rays from the sun can increase your risk of cataracts, certain cancers and growths in or around the eyes. When choosing sunglasses, pick ones that block out at least 99 percent of UV rays. Polarized lenses reduce glare from snow and water. A wide-brimmed hat offers great additional protection as well. Use protective eyewear to prevent injuries. Roughly a third of all emergency room visits for eye-related issues stem from traumatic eye injuries. To help prevent these injuries, wear the right protective eyewear when doing activities that could cause eye injuries, such as home repair, garden work and sports. For more information about about eyecare, please contact Clinton Family Eyecare located at 186 Center Street, Suite 170 in Clinton, by calling: 908.735.5712, or visit: www.ClintonFamilyEyecare.com. t h e m a S o n S o F h o S t l o d g e # 6 F . & a . m . a r e h o S t i n g a c o m P l i m e n t a r y F a t h e r ' S d ay B r e a k F a S t Sunday, June 17, from 7:30 am until the food runs out! Host Masonic Center, 2 Ridge Road, High Bridge, NJ 08829 The Masons are the largest fraternity in the history of the world. Freemasonry (or simply, Masonry) is a fraternal order whose basic tenets are brotherly love, relief (philanthropy) and truth. They strive to enjoy the company of brother Masons, assist them in times of personal trouble and reinforce essential moral values. There is an old adage that Masonry "makes good men better", which is their goal. Masonic groups are geographically placed into "Lodges". A Masonic lodge operates like any other fraternal organization would, with regular business meetings, events, etc. Masonry offers men a good and positive environment to interact with men of good character, thereby reinforcing their own moral development. To show their appreciation to the community for its support of their Masonic, Tall Cedars And Eastern Star Charities, The Masons of Host Lodge #6 F.&A.M. in Highbridge are hosting a Father's Day Breakfast and they hope you'll attend! Pancakes, eggs, sausage, potatoes, toast, coffee, tea and orange juice will be served. One seating per person, additional seatings, $10 per person. Visit: www.HostLodge6.org and also Host Lodge #6 F&AM on facebook. We hope to see you there! "Spring being a tough act to follow, God created June." ~ Al Bernstein

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