Sparkling lights, colourful rangolis, festive treats and precious moments with loved ones! As we gear for Festival Of Lights, let’s ensure our little ones and furry friends enjoy the celebrations safely.
How Can You Protect Your Kids’ Eyes?
Children’s eyes are still developing and are especially vulnerable to injuries. Even a tiny spark can cause permanent eye damage. Never let children handle firecrackers without close adult supervision. Maintain a safe distance while lighting crackers, preferably using a long agarbatti, and always wear protective glasses to reduce injury risks. Never hold crackers in your hands or relight one that fails to ignite. Keep a bucket of water or sand nearby for emergencies.
Make Deepavali more inclusive for our furry mates
Pets get frightened by varying degrees due to firecrackers, as dogs and cats have more sensitive ears. Sudden bursts can trigger panic, stress and attempts to flee. Keep pets indoors in a quiet, secure room with windows and doors closed. Provide a familiar, comfortable space and ensure they wear identification tags in case they escape. Keep them away from firecracker displays, and remember that street animals are equally vulnerable to the noise and chaos.
What Should You Do If an Eye Injury Occurs?
“Do not panic if there is an unfortunate eye injury; do not rub or press the affected eye, and never attempt to remove an embedded object. Do not apply pressure, ointments, eye drops or home remedies. Protect the eye with a soft cloth and seek immediate medical attention at an eye hospital,” says Prof. Dr. Rohit Shetty, Director, Narayana Nethralaya Eye Hospital.
Choose Care Along With Celebrations
Let every celebration be guided by care as much as tradition, because one moment of carelessness can leave a lifetime of consequences. This Deepavali, embraces diyas, lanterns and safer celebrations even while lighting firecrackers. Choose to celebrate responsibly and have a wonderful Deepavali.
How Can You Protect Your Kids’ Eyes?
Children’s eyes are still developing and are especially vulnerable to injuries. Even a tiny spark can cause permanent eye damage. Never let children handle firecrackers without close adult supervision. Maintain a safe distance while lighting crackers, preferably using a long agarbatti, and always wear protective glasses to reduce injury risks. Never hold crackers in your hands or relight one that fails to ignite. Keep a bucket of water or sand nearby for emergencies.
Make Deepavali more inclusive for our furry mates
Pets get frightened by varying degrees due to firecrackers, as dogs and cats have more sensitive ears. Sudden bursts can trigger panic, stress and attempts to flee. Keep pets indoors in a quiet, secure room with windows and doors closed. Provide a familiar, comfortable space and ensure they wear identification tags in case they escape. Keep them away from firecracker displays, and remember that street animals are equally vulnerable to the noise and chaos.
What Should You Do If an Eye Injury Occurs?
“Do not panic if there is an unfortunate eye injury; do not rub or press the affected eye, and never attempt to remove an embedded object. Do not apply pressure, ointments, eye drops or home remedies. Protect the eye with a soft cloth and seek immediate medical attention at an eye hospital,” says Prof. Dr. Rohit Shetty, Director, Narayana Nethralaya Eye Hospital.
Choose Care Along With Celebrations
Let every celebration be guided by care as much as tradition, because one moment of carelessness can leave a lifetime of consequences. This Deepavali, embraces diyas, lanterns and safer celebrations even while lighting firecrackers. Choose to celebrate responsibly and have a wonderful Deepavali.
