Summer Care for Eyes
Before you tell us you’re checking out for summer, let us stop you. Summer is no time to sit on the couch and stare at the TV, eating junk food, and ignoring your health. Granted, it may be tempting to relax, and we fully support taking some much-needed downtime to go on a vacation or…
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What are the Differences Between an Opthamologist and an Optometrist?
There are so many types of physicians and specialists in the world that it can be hard to know exactly who will be the most helpful for you when you have a condition or a simple question. If you’re looking into physicians to help you with your eyes, for example, you may get stuck on…
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Why Now Is A Great Time To Buy Sunglasses
Remembering to wear sunglasses isn’t the easiest habit to make. So many of us only remember to bring them with us if we’re going outside for extended periods of time. That’s not the only time you should be wearing your sunglasses, though. When your eyes are exposed to UV (ultraviolet) rays for a long time,…
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LASIK for Warmer Weather
Though it may not feel like it, spring is officially on its way. In fact, the first day of spring is just a few days away! And though it’s still a little chilly, it’s time to start preparing for the heat of summer. If you have big plans for traveling or just hanging at home…
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Eye Care for Diabetics
If you have diabetes, you likely know that there are some extra little things you need to do every day to stay healthy. Tweaking your exercise, managing sugar intake, and eating right are all crucial when it comes to managing your diabetes. Alternatively, if you have recently been diagnosed with diabetes, you may still be…
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Why Would I Need Eye Exercises?
Many people utilize eye exercises to keep their eyes sharp. And though you may not be familiar with eye exercises, you may know people who use them. For example, did you know that snipers often utilize a small set of exercises that help them focus on objects far away, and which also support stress management?…
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Keeping Your Eyes Healthy This Winter
All around the country, people are bundling up and scurrying from building to building, trying to stay warm. Thankfully, we live in Florida and can avoid the worst of the problems that come along with winter. But if you’re planning on visiting family this winter, or just taking a cold weather vacation to a cooler…
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Macular Degeneration FAQs
Macular Degeneration is a disease we are still learning about. Even though we may not know everything about it, we do know enough to help those who suffer from it. Macular Degeneration is an age-related illness that is the leading cause of vision loss in Americans today. This unfortunate disease affects millions of Americans and,…
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How Long Will My Vision Change?
Your prescription may change every year, then stay stable for a few years. It’s all normal, and when your eyes are healthy, your prescription can still change. Understanding the different phases of life that affect our eyes might help you understand what to expect as you come back every year for your appointments. Keep reading…
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Digital Eye Strain and Computers
More and more daily life is spent on screens. We work on computers and find recipes for dinner on our cell phones. We even find jobs and meet friends and find new romantic partners, all with the help of a little digital screen. But just because we can spend our whole lives on screens, doesn’t…
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