Like most Americans you are probably very busy. Whether you are single or married, a parent or simply out there trying to maximize your work and play, nothing can be more disruptive than having to trudge off to a doctor for a wellness checkup. The question then is how often do you really need to […]
Active Life = Better Vision
By now you have probably read all about the benefits of a healthy diet to maintaining and even improving your eyesight. But, did you realize that an active lifestyle can also support healthy eyesight? Let’s consider how that works in this blog. […]
The Health of Your Eyes & Air Quality
Most Americans anywhere in the country face some type of unpleasant winter weather. So, when spring and summer roll around we welcome it with open arms – open eyes are another matter altogether! We throw wide our doors and windows to let in the sunshine and fresh air. The problem is that all too often […]
Myopia Interventions – A Note to Parents
Myopia is the clinical term for nearsightedness or short-sightedness. It is a disorder of the eye that causes objects in the distance to appear blurry while those close to the person are fairly normal. Other symptoms include eye strain and/or headaches. And, while myopia may seem like a nuisance issue on the continuum of health […]
Five Reasons to Get an Eye Exam
If you took a grammar class in middle or high school, you probably remember the reference to the 5 ‘Ws’. You know – who, what, when, where, why? These are the five basic questions you learned to ask when gathering basic information or undergoing a problem-solving process. They are the foundation of journalistic writing and […]
Computer Vision Syndrome
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is a condition that is caused by staring into a computer screen or other display device for extended periods of time. This is a practice in which the individual looks at the screen uninterrupted during which time the eyes become fatigued and the muscles required for vision do not have an […]
Summer Sports and Eyecare
No question summer is almost everyone’s favorite time of year! Lazy days, family gatherings, vacations and so much more! What could possibly go wrong? Actually a lot, especially when it comes to your eyesight. Many dangers to your eyes can occur when you are enjoying one summer activity or another. In this blog we will […]
Diabetic Retinopathy
Your eyes are the window to the world and any interference is unsettling at best if not a little frightening as well. Your eyes are a complex part of the human body and human experience and are subject to problems from any number of comorbidity issues. One of these is being seen increasingly in patients. […]
Be Prepared
This is not a motto that is meant for the Boy Scouts alone. It should be a caution for every family and home. You just never know when an accident might happen. Therefore you should always be prepared! […]
A Promising Glaucoma Treatment
Glaucoma is an eye condition that is the buildup of pressure within the eyeball. It can and will cause a gradual loss of sight. Experts claim it is a sneaky type of eye disease that develops slowly but can result in sudden loss of eyesight and irreversible blindness if untreated. Specifically, fluid builds behind the […]