It is a countdown to the end of the year, and it is almost time to wave goodbye to 2023. Many people are considering their goals for 2024; for some, quitting smoking is their top goal. The most common health effect that comes to mind when we think of smoking is lung cancer, but it doesn't stop there; your eye [...]
Dry eye disease is a common condition occurring when your tears cannot provide lubrication for your eyes. Tears can be scarce to produce for many reasons, which can cause your eyes to feel uncomfortable. The tear instability leads to inflammation, which may damage the eye's surface. You may experience dry eyes in certain situations, such as looking at a computer [...]
Diabetic eye disease is the leading cause of blindness, often with no early warning signs. However, early detection, timely treatment, and appropriate follow-up care are the only ways to help prevent vision loss. We want to share, empower, encourage, and help spread the word about diabetic eye disease. According to the National Eye Institute, by 2030, an estimated 11 million [...]
Are you ready for a fun Halloween celebration this year? As Halloween approaches, we urge costume shoppers to avoid non-prescription lenses after a study finds chlorine, metal, and other harmful chemicals during product testing. Wearing costume contact lenses on Halloween can be a real scream. However, the scare from non-prescription contact lenses can be all too real when chemical exposure [...]
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital for good vision. Abnormally high pressure often causes this damage to your eye. Did you know that glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over 60? However, blindness from glaucoma can often be prevented with early treatment. Who [...]
October is not just the month of all things pumpkin spice, caramel corn, or the spooky holiday of Halloween but also Eye Prevention Month. Protecting your eyes from injury is one of the simplest things you can do to keep your eyes healthy throughout your life. Check out a few surprising facts about eye injuries by the American Academy of [...]
Conjunctivitis, often called “pink eye,” is when the conjunctiva is irritated by an infection or allergies. Pink eye is a common eye infection affecting millions of Americans annually. Your eyes are red and swollen (inflamed), sometimes with a sticky discharge when infected. You can have conjunctivitis in one or both eyes. Some types of pink eye are very contagious (easily spread [...]
The great memories of Summer are coming to an end as the first day of Fall makes its debut this week on the 23rd. There is something about Fall that makes people fall in love with this beautiful season. Maybe having a pumpkin spice latte, seeing the tree's foliage change, or a trip to the orchard can entice you to [...]
Have you ever considered how we managed our daily lives before having tablets or smartphones? These electronic devices, including laptops, command our attention during work, relaxation, and play. A study released by Deloitte found that Americans collectively check their smartphones upwards of 8 billion times per day. According to Deloitte, Americans across all age groups check their phones 46 times per [...]
September is Healthy Aging Month, which is the perfect time to share information about your eye health. As we age, we become wiser, and our health becomes more important. There is much appreciation for the improvements in medicine; we live longer lives now. As such, it is even more critical than ever before to develop a healthy lifestyle as we [...]
