Info for a lifetime of healthy eyes.
As we age, the risks for vision loss from eye disease increase. Unfortunately, many people rely on outdated conventional wisdom or random online searches to get answers to important eye-related health issues. Here are five common eye health misconceptions and the answers you need to help protect your vision and
We’ve all heard the expression that the eyes are a window to the soul. But a recent study has made a breakthrough discovery that our eyes can also provide invaluable information about our cognitive health. What Is Alzheimer’s? Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly erodes memory and thinking skills
When you think of the greatest inventions humankind created, answers like “the wheel”, “the printing press”, or “the internet” come readily to mind. But the importance of corrective lenses – eyeglasses, including bifocals – is frequently (apologies for the pun) overlooked. But eyeglasses for visual aid are one of the
Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss and blindness in the world. Cataracts are a normal aspect of growing older. The condition blocks vision by making the lens of the eye opaque and causes cloudy vision. Even with the best eye health, most people will eventually develop cataracts.
Many of us have tried contacts in the past but had no luck. Maybe you found them dry and uncomfortable, or you were unable to see as clearly compared to your glasses. However, thanks to incredible advances in the technology, 2023 might be the year you try contacts again! ADVANCES
Undiagnosed vision issues can cause problems at any age. However, researchers are gaining more evidence of how debilitating these vision issues can be for children and their learning. 1 in 4 Children Has an Undiagnosed Vision Problem. From books to computer screens, most of a child’s learning is visual. Vision
Did you know eye health problems can become a big problem during the winter months? New research shows that temporary blurred vision is far more likely to occur in winter when the atmosphere is cooler. Symptoms of temporary blurred vision, especially if you already have issues with dry eyes, can be potentially
There are plenty of good reasons to choose contact lenses for your vision needs. Users say their contact lenses give them more natural vision than glasses, that they prefer how contacts move with their eye, they don’t have to deal with frames that may obstruct or distort their vision., and
We’ve all heard that the reason rabbits have healthy vision is because they eat so many carrots. While to some degree that story is an exaggeration, it’s true that the foods you eat and the dietary supplements you take play an important role in your overall health as well as
Progressive myopia is nearsightedness that gets worse year after year. If left untreated, progressive myopia can result in “high myopia”, a type of nearsightedness that increases the risk of many serious eye conditions. What is Progressive Myopia? For many people, myopia’s onset usually occurs during childhood and adolescence. Myopia can