Aging Your Eyes
As individuals reach their early to mid-40s, they may experience difficulty seeing things clearly, particularly when reading or using digital devices. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, this common issue is presbyopia and affects adults aged between 41 and 60. Presbyopia is a gradual change in the eyes’ ability to focus, which worsens over…
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April Is Sports Eye Safety Month
Spring has arrived, which is the perfect time for outdoor sports and games. April is National Sports Eye Safety Month, a reminder by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) to raise awareness about preventing sports-related eye injuries. Prevention is critical, and using sport-specific eye protection can help save your vision. Eye protection should be worn…
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March is Save Your Vision Month
Save Your Vision Month was established in 1927 by American Optometric Association (AOA) members. During this month and throughout the year, we provide vital eye care that goes beyond correcting vision and emphasizes preventive eye health to our patients. We encourage you to prioritize your eye health by scheduling a comprehensive eye exam and recognizing…
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The Connection Between Diabetes and Your Eye Health
Did you know that there are 37.3 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)? Shockingly, about 1 in 5 people with diabetes are unaware that they have it. It’s important to know that diabetes can impact your eye health. High and uncontrolled blood sugar levels can lead to diabetic…
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What Are Spring Eye Allergies?
With the arrival of spring, we are entering allergy season, which can cause congestion, headaches, and itchy eyes but also marks new beginnings. Eye allergies, also known as allergic conjunctivitis, are a common condition, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. You are not alone in this. They occur when the eyes react to an…
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Women’s Eye Health
March is Women’s History Month, a time to observe and celebrate the vital role that women have played in American history. Women have made significant contributions to culture, society, and medicine. Every woman is essential and contributes daily to improving lives, whether it be for family, colleagues, or the community. A woman’s everyday life is…
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Meet, Dr. Jennifer Peek!
Cookeville Eye Specialists is pleased to welcome Jennifer LeAnn Peek, OD , who is a board-certified optometrist with over two and a half decades of practice, specializing in the treatment of a wide range of eye diseases, including glaucoma, cataracts, diabetes, macular degeneration, and dry eye syndrome. Dr. Peek earned her Bachelor of Science degree…
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March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month
March is designated as Workplace Eye Wellness Month by the Prevent Blindness organization, a time when we focus on promoting eye health and safety in the workplace. We want to share some tips that can help protect your eyes whether you work in an office or outside. Our aim is to raise awareness about the…
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What is a Cataract?
What is a Cataract? A cataract is a dense, cloudy area that forms in the eye’s lens. A cataract begins when proteins in the eye form clumps that prevent the lens from sending clear images to the retina. The retina converts the light that comes through the lens into signals. It sends the signals to…
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Have a Good Night’s Sleep and Reduce the Blue Light!
The blue light from your digital devices may prevent you from falling asleep and having a quality night’s sleep. You may have experienced trouble falling asleep after staring at your phone or other digital devices before bedtime. The blue light from your digital devices keeps you up and stimulates you to wake up, whether from…
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