Let’s Look At Women’s Eye Health
We all know there are differences between men and women, but it might surprise you that some of those differences have to do with our eyes!
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Flaxseed Oil Or Fish Oil For Dry Eye?
If you’ve ever been near the pharmacy in a grocery store, you’ve probably seen the aisles of nutrition supplements for sale.
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This Is ‘Save Your Vision’ Month & Here’s Why Digital Eye Strain Is The Focus
Each year, organizations like the American Optometric Association (AOA) and Prevent Blindness designate March as National Save Your Vision Month to promote eye health. This year, the AOA advocates for people to take a “day of unplugging” to raise awareness about digital eye strain and the impact of blue light emissions from digital screens on […]
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Protecting Your Eye Health While You Work
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, and we want to make sure our patients have all the information they need to protect their eyes at work!
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If Your Parent Had Macular Degeneration, Does That Mean You Will Too?
When a physician or doctor asks you if you have a family history of health conditions like cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, or cancer, it’s not because they’re being nosy. It’s because genetics plays a role in your chances of developing many health conditions, including eye diseases like macular degeneration. Macular degeneration is a progressive and […]
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What Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss for people over the age of 50.
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How To Tell If You Have Cataracts, And How To Treat Them
Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness around the world, and are one of the most common conditions related to aging. By age 65, you have a 50% chance of developing a cataract, and, by age 75, it jumps to a 70% chance. In fact, more than 20 million adults over age 40 and 50% […]
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How Is Dry Eye Syndrome Diagnosed And Treated?
It’s estimated that more than 30 million adults in the United States have dry eyes, and the uncomfortable symptoms of irritation or grittiness are one of the most common reasons that people head to the eye doctor. Dry eye syndrome is not only a common condition, it’s also usually a chronic problem, particularly for people […]
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Smart Contact Lenses?
It wasn’t so long ago that the idea of a smart contact lens seemed like the stuff of science fiction, but it’s pretty close to becoming science fact.
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Progressive Lenses Versus Bifocals
Nearly everyone over the age of 65 will experience a reduced elasticity of the lenses of their eyes — a condition called presbyopia.