When you think of the holidays the most common vision conjured up is eating to excess and an overall feeling of unhealthiness. But, in truth, holiday eating can be a bonus for your eyes and sight. There are many foods that enhance – or at least support – proper eyecare. Let’s review that holiday menu […]
A feature story on the news this week focused on the problem that disposable contact lenses are causing with the environment. There is no question that contact lenses have changed the way people are able to see. Prior to their development, the only choice for correcting vision was to wear prescription glasses. This could be […]
It should come as no surprise to learn that technology is causing changes and improvements to the delivery of eyecare services! Here are just a few innovations that are quickly becoming commonplace in the world of optometry. For example, eye exams have gone high-tech. New tools have been made available to the eye doctor that […]
You are probably pretty knowledgeable about human sight. After all, it is a natural part of your existence. But did you know that occasionally there are animals that have vision problems? Or that there are animals with better eyesight than humans? File it under ‘interesting facts about life’ and read on. Indeed, there are some […]
Americans have become smarter and more sophisticated about their health. Today they are apt to visit doctors regularly for checkups and keep abreast of the latest advances in medicine. Too, they tend to be better prepared for emergencies, keeping first aid kits strategically located around the home and even in the car. There was a […]
The cosmetic industry is a multi-billion-dollar business. Most women you know will wear some level of makeup, from a minimal amount to a lush presentation that includes everything from foundation to blush and lash extenders to lid enhancement. Often no one thinks about the possibility of damage that makeup can do to your vision – […]
Who doesn’t love summer? It is overwhelmingly a child’s favorite time of the year. No school. No studying. Sleeping late. Doing all those things you never get to do during the structured school year. But, all good things must come to an end, summer included. As your child starts the dreaded task of getting ready […]
A cataract is the development of cloudiness behind the iris and pupil of the eye. It forms in the eye’s natural lens and has been deemed the leading cause of blindness around the world. Surprisingly, even here in the United States, 22 million Americans are affected by some type and severity of cataracts. Cataracts often […]
Mornings are usually the best time for all parts of the human body. You’ve slept, you’re refreshed, and your body has rejuvenated itself. Then the day wears on and you start to tire out. So do your eyes. This is especially true if you are working indoors without full access to natural light. There is […]
If you have ever wondered what life will be like in the next couple decades, you are not alone. Optometrists are continually working to stay abreast of vision trends. This is an essential part of our job! Will people still be wearing glasses in the year 2040? Will all children be born with perfect eyesight […]
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