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(EMAILWIRE.COM, August 10, 2010 ) NEW YORK CITY – Every day approximately 8,000 people turn 60 in the United States and most of them don't see things quite as clearly as they did when they were younger, but simply making sure they use good lighting can help most seniors continue to see well, according to a White Paper published this week by The Daylight™ Company, the world's leading maker of high quality specialty and magnifying lamps.
"A National Health Interview Survey indicates that while just five in a hundred Americans under 44 years of age reported vision loss, that number grew to 12 in in a hundred for those 45-64 and climbed to almost 14 for those 65-74. By the time we're over 75, nearly 22 in a hundred of us have vision loss," according to the paper, which is available at http://www.pubarticles.com/article-protecting-eyesight-with-age-through-good-light-1281362252.html.
Noting a predicted increase in the more than six million Americans over age 65 who already have serious visual impairment, the paper observes: "One of the surest ways to maintain vision and guard against deterioration is to make sure you have good light available at all times – whether you are reading a book, performing a simple task or working on a detailed hobby or craft project."
The Daylight Company says that "good light – the light that most resembles natural daylight – not only makes it more enjoyable and less tiring to do common activities, it decreases the risk of falls and fractures. And, good light helps people to identify medications correctly, lowering the likelihood of drug-related errors. Simply switching out the ordinary light bulbs in your lamps can help. Attractive lamps and functional full-spectrum bulbs are now available that are well suited for use by older people because they emit light that is very similar to natural sunlight."
Full-spectrum light is ideal for older readers because it guarantees perfect color rendering, reduces eye strain and glare, and makes it easier to see details and small print. An added bonus: they use safe, low heat technology, require 80% less electricity and last 10 times longer than ordinary bulbs.
"Using the right light will let you read or work for hours and your eyes will still feel fresh," says Maarten Wermers, Director of Marketing for The Daylight Company. "With the full spectrum Daylight™ technology you won't get headaches or red-eyes. These bulbs make seeing as relaxing and natural as a walk in the park."
Additional suggestions for seeing better as you advance in years include:
o Do your reading and task work in bright light and avoid working in dim light. The reason is that bright light causes the pupils of the eyes to contract and therefore to focus much better, which is less tiring. The older we grow, the brighter the light we need for reading and tasks.
o If just changing bulbs in your current lamps doesn't work and you are still straining to see the words on a page or the details of a task, you may solve the problem by investing in good quality desk and reading lamps that will provide ample lighting.
The DaylightTM Table Top Lamp (U23020-01) combines a magnifier with bright light. A weighted base and low-heat bulb keep the lamp stable and safe.
The Daylight Company offers a full line of lamps that can be used in almost any room in the house. They are easily moved to where they are needed. Most are easily adjustable and will swivel so you can direct the light exactly where you need it. And, they use energy efficient, low-heat full-spectrum Daylight™ bulbs to ensure clear lighting for reading and working in optimal comfort. Several models come equipped with a magnifying lens that can be moved easily to exactly where you need it.
"Protecting your vision is also part of staying safe and healthy -- misreading a label on a medicine bottle or a doctor's instruction, for example, can have serious consequences. You will tire much less than you do while reading in low light, when your eyes have to work harder to separate the words from the page. Good light relieves that strain on your eye muscles and eases general fatigue," the paper adds.
About Daylight™
The Daylight Company™ is the leading manufacturer of high quality magnifying and specialty task lamps and bulbs. Daylight technology is energy efficient, reduces eye strain, improves contrast and allows users to enjoy true colors with optimal comfort and durability. Daylight products provide an unequalled array of features to serve industrial, arts and crafts, health and beauty, senior citizen and low-vision users. The Daylight Company maintains offices in the U.S., the U.K., Australia and European countries. For further information visit http://us.daylightcompany.com/. Media Contact: Jackie Markham, 212-687-1765, jmarkham@aol.com.
The Daylight Company
Jackie Markham
212-687-1765
jmarkham@aol.com 
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