It’s very easy to take our eyesight for granted. Most of the time we don’t even think about how wonderful it is to possess sight, nor how vulnerable this collection of muscles really is to humans. However, a split second mishap in the workplace can lead to a lifetime of diminished sight or even total…
The world revolves around our technology in this generation. Whether it’s computers, cell phones, or television, our eyes are constantly engaged with screens that can strain and cause damage to the eye. According to a study in 2019 by the schedule an appointment almost 3 in 10 US adults claim that they are online ‘almost…
What is a Stye. What causes them? How do I prevent them? If you find yourself troubled by a small pimple-like growth on the inside or outside of your eye, you may be afflicted by a stye. While styes tend to be harmless and will most often heal on their own, knowing some simple facts…
Studies Show that Myopia Control Can Be Effective For several years, eye care researchers and practitioners have looked for treatments to cure or slow nearsightedness, or myopia. This issue, which has increased in the United States and across the world in the last few decades, affects about 30% of teens and children, making it one…
When we think about caring for our bodies and our health in the winter, we often think about wearing layers of clothing for warmth, making sure our skin is covered, and getting exercise despite being cooped up indoors. In addition to taking these seasonal precautions for our health and safety, it’s important to also make…
It’s that time of year again – the leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and your allergies are flaring up! The American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI) estimates that in the United States, about 50 million people suffer from seasonal allergies – and unfortunately, this number is likely to increase. About 30…
August is here, which means school is just around the corner! As technology becomes more and more central in our lives, kids are likely to spend as much time in front of the screen during the school year – if not more – than ever. Parents worry about how much screen time their children get,…
Have you ever been diagnosed with astigmatism? There’s a very good chance you have – according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, about one in three people in the United States has the condition. Though the name may suggest otherwise (it’s not “a stigmatism”), there really is no stigma to this common condition. What is…
Millions of Americans are currently afflicted with advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the number one cause of vision loss in adults older than 50. AMD can affect everyday life, causing those who have it to have trouble driving, reading and even recognizing faces. AMD and Vision Loss While the focus of those with AMD and…
We all know there are many benefits the body reaps from exercise: stronger muscles and bones, a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and improved mood are some of the most well-known. What is less well known is that exercise may actually cause better vision, too! It is expected that by the year 2050,…
