Oct 4, 2023
If your Halloween plans include scary eyes, beware of costume contact lenses labeled “one size fits all” or “no need to see an eye doctor.” Costume lenses must be prescribed and fitted by an eye care professional, just like regular contact lenses. Contact lenses that...
Aug 30, 2023
More Older Americans Will Suffer From Low Vision, Here’s How to Make Life Easier and Safer The number of older Americans with low vision is expected to double in the coming years, as more people live longer. Low vision describes poor vision that can’t be fixed...
Aug 3, 2023
Childhood is a crucial time for developing healthy vision. Symptoms of eye problems in children can sometimes be obvious and other times may be more subtle. It’s important to detect and treat issues early, while vision is still developing. Regular screenings with a...
Jun 28, 2023
Not all sunglasses are created equal. There’s one thing that tops all sunglass considerations and it has nothing to do with price or brand names. It’s all about the UV protection. Selecting sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B radiation is...
Jun 1, 2023
1. Age isn’t the only risk factor for cataracts. Though most everyone will develop cataracts with age, recent studies show that lifestyle and behavior can influence when and how severely you develop cataracts. Diabetes, extensive exposure to sunlight, smoking,...
May 1, 2023
If you’re like most Americans surveyed in a recent Harris Poll, you probably thought you would notice a change in your vision if you had an eye disease. The fact is some of the leading causes of blindness—such as glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy—can begin without any...
