Over 1 billion people with vision loss across the world lack access to eye care. Simply donate your old eyeglasses, and you can dramatically change lives. For instance, a donated pair of glasses could potentially help an older American read a prescription bottle or be an essential element in helping
Between our televisions, phones, tablets, and computers, we’re spending more time than ever looking at screens. Many of these screens can irritate and dry your eyes because they emit a glare and have “blue light”. To help protect your vision, most smartphones and tablets now feature “Dark Mode”, or a
Our eyes undergo significant changes as we get older. Aging eyes can spur weakness for vision. Recognizing and diagnosing symptoms early can keep our eyes healthy. While some issues can only be detected with an eye exam, there are many conditions that present symptoms that you can recognize and, with
The saying “I didn’t see that coming” has great significance when it comes to vision problems. Many eye and vision issues have no signs or symptoms, so people are frequently unaware there’s a problem until their sight begins to diminish. Annual comprehensive eye exams are key to maintaining good vision
Maybe you remember a certain late-night talk show. One of the most popular segments was “The Top 10 List”. While our list, “Top 10 Eye Care Myths”, isn’t as funny, it will help you take better care of your vision and help you keep your eyesight strong. This list will
New studies indicate that when an older person’s brain has to work harder to see, declines in language, memory, attention and more could follow. The human body doesn’t function in silos. It works as an integrated whole. If one part of the body has extra stress put on it, it
Healthy vision on the road can be the difference between safe driving and getting into an accident. Because eyesight goes through changes as we age, maintaining the health of your eyes is important. About 90% of the Info Drivers Process Comes Through the Eyes It’s a misconception that older drivers
Loss of vision was once regarded as a natural part of the aging process. But a recent study could be a revolution in eye care for the 450 million people worldwide who are older or have diabetes. What Causes Vision Loss? The eye is one of the most complex organs.
Nearly two years into the pandemic, doctors are still struggling to diagnose “Long COVID”. This is where patients continue to struggle with COVID symptoms after the acute phase of the infection, which is usually approximately four weeks. These symptoms can include neurological issues such as severe headaches, numbness, dizziness, and
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a condition that about 2,000,00 Americans aged 50 years and older are diagnosed with. It happens when aging causes damage to the macula, the part of the eye that controls sharp, straight-ahead vision. Although AMD is a common condition, it can significantly affect the quality