Eye health journal
Plain-language answers to the questions we hear most — exams, kids' vision, contact lenses, and keeping your eyes healthy for the long run.
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In the shorter days of winter, many of us find ourselves driving in the dark more frequently. This seasonal shift can be particularly challenging for those with less-than-perfect vision, making night driving not only more difficult but also potentially hazardous.
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Autoimmune diseases can impact any part of the body, including the eyes. Autoimmune diseases are conditions in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells.
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Just because winter days are shorter, that doesn’t mean we can slack on eye protection! The sun’s UV rays can be just as harmful on a snowy slope as they are on a sunny beach — sometimes even more so.
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Diabetes, if not managed properly, can lead to various secondary health issues. Several of them significantly impact eye health.
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The history of glasses is a fascinating tale of innovation spanning over two millennia. From ancient rudimentary aids to the sophisticated spectacles and contact lenses we use today, each development marks a significant leap forward in vision correction.
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Being sleep-deprived can hit the body like alcohol, but how does it affect our eyes? Achieving adequate sleep is essential for overall and ocular health, and interestingly, the relationship is reciprocal.
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Aging brings many changes, and our eyesight is no exception. As we grow older, our vision can transform in various ways, from minor alterations to more serious conditions that could impact our quality of life.
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Eye exams are a crucial part of maintaining our overall health. Regular eye exams are essential, even if you don’t think you need a new glasses or contact lens prescription.
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Most eye injuries are entirely preventable. This includes those sustained during athletic activities.
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When it comes to vision, nature is both diverse and innovative. Animals have evolved an array of visual abilities that often far surpass human capabilities, tailored to their unique environments and survival needs.
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Have you ever wondered why carrots are credited with improving night vision? This belief actually stems from a clever piece of British wartime propaganda during World War II.
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Embarking on your glasses journey? You’ll soon notice some subtle and surprising shifts in your everyday life — quirks and nuances you’d never anticipate.
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Maintaining an active lifestyle not only boosts overall health but also benefits our eyes. A balanced diet, adequate sleep, and regular exercise contribute to staying fit, feeling vibrant, and building strength.
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Summer is here, and for many of us, that means heading to the water to cool off and have fun. Whether you’re planning to splash around in a pool, float down a river, paddle across a lake, ride the waves at the ocean, enjoy the thrills of a water park, or slide through your backyard on a Slip N…
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When choosing your next pair of glasses, what factors influence your decision? Consider adding your face shape to that list.
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Summer is coming, bringing with it extended daylight hours and abundant sunshine! With the arrival of the warmer months, many of us find ourselves spending more time outdoors.
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It might surprise you how different eyesight and eye health can be between the sexes. For instance, men are at a higher risk of sustaining serious eye injuries, while women are generally more susceptible to various eye diseases.
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When we rub our eyes, we might be jeopardizing our eye health. Rubbing our eyes is often an automatic response during moments of fatigue, discomfort from a foreign object, or sensations of dryness and itchiness.
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Why do we need to blink so often? If you take a moment to tally your blinks over a minute without altering your natural rhythm, you’ll likely find that an adult blinks between ten to twenty times each minute, with each blink lasting only about a tenth of a second.
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Frequent headaches can stem from unexpected sources, including vision problems. If you find yourself grappling with recurrent headaches, we recommend scheduling an eye examination to investigate potential vision-related factors.
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About one in five adults in the United States has an undiagnosed eye condition. This underscores the critical importance of regular eye exams for maintaining optimal vision health.
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Color blindness isn’t all black and white. Despite common misconceptions, color blindness doesn’t equate to seeing the world like a black and white movie.
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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of permanent vision loss for people over fifty. The slow loss of central vision occurs due to the deterioration of the macula, the part of the retina with the highest concentration of photoreceptor cells and the part that gives us our…
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A crucial yet oft-overlooked component of a high-quality life is healthy eyesight. Approximately one in six adults grapple with sight-threatening eye conditions, while a significant number experience some degree of vision loss as they age.
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