Eyeball tattoos are the new trend in tattooing. Many people now have black, blue and even multicolored eyes. Despite its popularity, eye specialists warn about the safety of getting an eye tattoo. Eye experts from the University of Alberta in Canada reported the unfortunate case of a 24-year-old man who underwent this eyeball procedure. The […]
Wearing those fancy colored contact lenses sold at costume shops or on the internet may help you look realistically freaky on Halloween but eye experts warn that the accessory can potentially cause serious damage to your eyes. Not FDA-Approved The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) warned that these widely sold decorative contact lenses are not […]
We use our eyes to read, appreciate things around us and connect with our loved ones so it is important to take care of our eyes so they remain healthy and disease free. A healthy diet, maintaining an ideal weight, avoiding smoking, managing stress and wearing sunglasses when going outdoors are just some of the […]
Do not put too much hope on vitamin supplements to prevent age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, a leading cause of vision loss in individuals who are over 50 years old. AMD blurs the sharp and central vision needed to see objects that are straight ahead. Those suffering from this eye condition have difficulty sewing, reading, […]
People whose work requires using the computer most of the day face the risk of suffering from computer vision syndrome. The condition is marked by fuzzy, irritated and tired eyes, which may be accompanied by blurry vision and headache. People whose work requires using the computer most of the day face the risk of suffering […]
Your eyes offer a great deal of information about your health. Eye specialists may even discover you are suffering from certain health conditions or diseases just by examining your eyes. Peephole for Diseases Although many conditions can reveal themselves with symptoms that show up in the mouth, the skin, the fingernails, and other parts of […]
Many people can’t last a day without looking at their mobile devices. A recent study conducted by Bank of America, showed that almost half of U.S. consumers rely on their digital devices, usually checking their phones first thing in the morning then using their computer at work. Dangers of Blue Light Despite the convenience these […]
People may ignore eye care when they try to save money. Unfortunately, this is a wrong move that can have serious and even costly consequences. High Cost Of Ignoring Eye Health Those who neglect seeing their doctor despite suspecting they have problems with their eyes may realize their mistake too late when their vision has […]
Some contact lenses may be designed for extended wear, which means it is okay to leave them in your eyes overnight. Unfortunately, daily wear lenses need to be removed on a nightly basis. Neglecting to remove them from your eyes can pose risks of infection and serious corneal damage. What to Do when Contact Lenses […]
Many articles are published regarding the unhealthy effects of smoking on the body but these articles are usually talking only about the lungs. However, smoking can also have harmful consequences on your eyes and vision. You do not need to be a smoker to be subjected to the list of harmful side effects. Most young […]
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