Eye Injury Prevention Month
October is notable for seeing pumpkins, blooming mums, and the leaves beginning to change to the beautiful fall season colors. Also, in October, Eye Injury Prevention Month emphasizes the importance of preventing accidents and injury to your eyes. Did you know that 44% of eye injuries happen in the home, and about 15% of eye…
Read MoreWhat Are The Facts About Pink Eye?
Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, is a prevalent eye condition. It is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, often caused by a virus, bacteria, or allergies, leading to red and inflamed eyes. The symptoms of conjunctivitis include redness, itching, a gritty feeling, and discharge from the eyes. Some types of pink eye are highly contagious…
Read MoreTips To Help Minimize Digital Eye Strain
In today’s digital age, we all find ourselves constantly in front of screens, whether for work, leisure, or to keep up with our daily lives. It’s a reality we all share. Researchers have found that just two hours of screen time per day can lead to a 90% risk of developing digital eye strain, a…
Read MoreHealthy Vision is Important for Road Safety
Did you know that 90% of driver information is visual? A recent study has shown that 1 in 5 drivers suffers from a vision deficiency, which affects their driving performance. Good eye health is essential for driving. It helps you read the highway signs at a distance to prepare you to get off the interstate…
Read MoreYour Eye Health Matters; Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle
Having healthy eyesight is integral to maintaining an excellent quality of life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 12 million people 40 years and over in the United States have vision impairment, including 1 million blind and 8 million who have vision impairment due to uncorrected refractive error. Some leading…
Read MoreWhat Happens To Our Eyes As We Age?
As we age, we undergo a few changes as adults, from our hair turning gray to changes in our eyesight. One of our priorities is ensuring our patients are empowered with information to know what to expect to minimize risks. What Are the Common Age-Related Vision Changes? Major Age-Related Eye Diseases Early detection can effectively…
Read MoreHealthy Foods for Your Eyes
Do you eat foods that look delicious to the eye or food that is good for your eyes? Eating healthy food is the key to reducing the risk of developing eye diseases, and making nutritional meals and maintaining eye health go hand-in-hand. Let’s explore a diverse array of foods that will help promote good eye…
Read MoreUnlock the Facts of Our Intricate and Captivating Eyes
Our eyes, with their incredible ability to see and interpret the world in such vivid detail, are truly extraordinary. From the rich colors of a sunset to the intricate patterns on a flower petal, our eyes work tirelessly to provide us with a clear and accurate view of our surroundings. The human eye, with its…
Read MoreHow Does Sleep Apnea Affect the Eyes?
According to the National Sleep Foundation, a significant 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, and shockingly, 80 percent of these cases are undiagnosed. Sleep Apnea is a condition marked by abnormal breathing during sleep, often multiple times per night. It causes lower-quality sleep and affects the eyes. It’s important to know that you’re not…
Read MoreWhat is Color Blindness?
Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency (CVD), is a condition that affects a significant 300 million people worldwide. This means that a large portion of the population does not perceive color the same way as the majority. It’s a condition that alters the way their eyes interpret light, affecting approximately 1 in 12…
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