March Is Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Eye Care Services, Eye Health, Uncategorized
According to data, almost 2,000 US workers sustain job-related eye injuries that require immediate medical treatment every single day. In fact, it is estimated that one million Americans have lost some degree of sight due to eye injuries. As a result, Prevent Blindness has declared March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. Their goal is to…
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What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?
Eye Health, Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration is an eye disease that blurs people’s central vision. It is a common condition that often leads to vision loss in people over the age of 55. And although it doesn’t cause complete blindness, losing central vision makes it hard to drive, read, see faces, or fix things around the house. That’s…
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How to Maintain Good Eye Health
Your eyes are one of the most important parts of your body. Unfortunately, some eye diseases can cause vision loss, so it’s vital to discover them early and treat them accordingly. And just as you should keep your body healthy to avoid diseases, you also need to take care of your eyes. Here are a…
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What Is the Difference Between PRK and LASIK Surgery?
When people think of laser eye surgery, they often think of LASIK. However, there’s another type of procedure called Photorefractive Keratectomy, or PRK. And while the latter is not as popular, it was actually the predecessor of LASIK. But what makes them so different, and more importantly, why should you choose one over the other?…
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For Your Eyes Only — Why Is It Important to Get an Eye Exam?
Eye Care Services, Eye Exam, Eye Health
Everybody can agree that our eyes are one of the most important parts of our body. As a result, protecting them is essential, especially since there are many disorders that can affect our eyes’ health. Fortunately, one of the easiest ways to take care of our eyes is to get regular eye exams. But why…
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Did You Know January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month?
Eye Care Services, Eye Health, glaucoma
Over the past few years, glaucoma has become one of the most common groups of eye diseases in the US. In fact, according to the CDC, about 3 million Americans suffer from glaucoma, with the number increasing drastically each year. What’s even worse is that at least 120,000 people are blind due to glaucoma, which…
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Safe Toys and Gifts Month
The holiday season is a perfect opportunity for kids of all ages to receive toys and gifts from their families. And while everybody loves to give and receive Christmas presents, it’s important to consider how safe the toys truly are. In fact, one in ten children’s eye injuries resulting in an ER visit is caused…
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Am I a Candidate for LASIK?
Eye Care Services, LASIK, Uncategorized
Let’s be honest — wearing glasses is not as easy as it seems. From forgetting them home to constantly having to clean them, glasses can become a burden on your everyday activities. Fortunately, you don’t have to be trapped wearing glasses for the rest of your life, as LASIK is here to save the…
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November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
For some, it may come as a surprise that people suffering from diabetes are more likely to develop conditions that can affect their vision. In fact, according to research, one in three people with diabetes already has some signs of diabetic retinopathy. Therefore, in order to raise awareness, the American Academy of Ophthalmology has declared…
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What Are the Complications of Wearing Contacts When Sleeping?
Contacts, Eye Care Services, Eye Health
If you are a contact wearer, you have most likely fallen asleep without taking your contacts off once or twice. And, while you may not have experienced any permanent side effects, you surely woke up with your eyes feeling dry. However, according to doctors, sleeping with your contacts is very dangerous and can lead to…
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