Get regular dilated eye exams, especially if you are nearsighted, older, or have a family history of retinal detachment
Seek prompt treatment for eye injuries
Protect your eyes during sports, work, and high-risk activities
Manage severe nearsightedness with routine eye care
Treat eye conditions such as lattice degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or uveitis as advised by an eye doctor
Watch for warning signs such as flashes of light, new floaters, or a curtain-like shadow and get urgent care immediately
Follow all post-surgery instructions after cataract surgery, retinal surgery, or other eye procedures
Avoid rubbing or putting pressure on the eyes after eye surgery or injury
Control diabetes, blood pressure, and other health conditions that can affect eye health
Inform your eye doctor if you have had retinal detachment in one eye or a family history of it