The importance of an annual eye exam cannot be overstated.  Not only does it help you keep tabs on any changes in your vision, but it’s a must for detecting the big vision thieves: glaucoma, cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), all of which can cause irreparable harm before you’ve even noticed any vision loss.

Bad habit 1: Smoking

Bad habit 2: Staring at your smartphone

Bad habit 3: Not wearing sunglasses

Bad habit 4: Sleeping in your contact lenses

Bad habit 5: Rubbing your eyes

Bad habit 6: Sleeping with your makeup on

Bad habit 7: Heavy drinking

If you have these bad habits, be sure to go to the hospital in time to have your eyes examined.