If you wear prescription contact lenses, you never have to worry about misplacing your glasses, breaking them, or constantly having to wipe them clean. But that doesn’t mean that everything is fine and dandy. As any contact wearer can tell you, eye allergies during the spring can be an especially difficult time. You can fight […]
According to the AOA, the average American worker spends seven hours a day working in front of a screen, regardless of whether they work in an office or from home. This isn’t including time spent looking at smartphones, television screens, or computer screens once they’ve finished working. No wonder that many people are reporting eye […]
The eyes are more than a window to the soul — they’re also a window into heart health! This is thanks to the system of blood vessels located behind the eyes. With comprehensive eye exams, optometrists are able to examine these blood vessels for valuable insights into heart health. Your eyes can act as an […]
As more people work from home, the concern about damage from looking at digital screens for too long is a growing concern. One trending potential solution you may have heard of is blue light glasses. These special lenses are designed to protect your vision by blocking blue light from reaching your eyes. But that leaves […]
A new year brings new goals, possibilities, and challenges. For many people, it’s an opportunity to focus on their wellness and focus on their health. While this is always a good idea, many people do so without considering the health of their eyes. Vision health is essential for maintaining your overall health and including it […]
There are few things more exciting to a child than opening presents during the holidays. The excitement of finding out that Santa brought them the toy they wanted can make it special for adults, as well. But toys can also present certain dangers that you may not think about when buying gifts for your child, […]
When it comes to Thanksgiving, people are usually more concerned about their pants size than anything else. However, most people probably aren’t aware of the benefits that traditional Thanksgiving foods have on your vision. This is thanks to special antioxidants known as carotenoids, as well as other vitamins and minerals that support and protect your […]
You may have never considered it, but autumn brings its own special set of challenges to your eyes and vision. From the continuing spread of COVID-19 to leaf blowers blowing dirt, dust, pollen, and mold into the air, our eyes are at risk of unique problems in the fall. Make sure that you’re doing everything […]
Sports and eye safety go hand in hand, or at least they should. The truth is that vision safety isn’t always a priority for most weekend warriors and student-athletes. Fortunately, protective eyewear for sports isn’t hard to come by. What’s more, one of your best resources for sports eye safety tips is your family eye […]
Like all parents, you want what’s best for your child, including healthy vision. While school vision tests can help indicate vision problems, it also pays to know what behaviors to look out for in case your child is having trouble seeing. This can give you a leg up on scheduling an appointment with your family […]
