For people age 50 and older, age-related macular degeneration is one of the leading causes of irreversible vision loss. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) causes the gradual loss of central vision through the deterioration of the macula, or the part of the retina that gives us our sharp, detailed central vision. AMD can make it very…
If you suffer from frequent headaches, it might be time to schedule an eye exam. For many people, headaches can be a symptom of uncorrected vision problems. This doesn’t happen in all cases of uncorrected or undiagnosed vision problems, and of course not all headaches are caused by vision problems, but the connection is a…
Men and women might not come from different planets, but there are certainly a lot of differences between the two — even with eye health. Women, unfortunately, tend to be more vulnerable to a number of eye diseases, even if they are less likely than men to sustain a sight-threatening eye injury over the course…
When we pick out new glasses, we want frames that will help us look our best. Glasses are a huge part of a person’s look — why do you think nobody recognizes Superman behind the Clark Kent glasses? Because of the difference glasses make to our appearance, there’s a lot to consider when choosing the…
Our eyebrows and eyelashes aren’t just there for decoration. They’re not even just there for helping us make different facial expressions or to make our eyes stand out. They’re actually the first line of defense our eyes have against airborne contaminants and other hazards. How Eyelashes Protect Our Eyes It might seem weird to think…
In the US alone, cataracts affect over 20 million adults 40 and older and half of all seniors age 80 and up. In the US alone, cataracts affect over 20 million adults 40 and older and half of all seniors age 80 and up. Over time, the lenses in our eyes can become clouded by…
No matter what the reason is for needing eyeglasses, not wearing your glasses can result in serious long-term and short-term effects. Learn more from the American Optometric Association.
Are Contacts Right for You? Millions of people choose to wear contact lenses. However, they are not for everyone. You might not be able to wear them for the following reasons: You get a lot of eye infections. You have severe allergies or dry eyes that are hard to treat. You work or live where it is…
Most of us rub our eyes many times in the course of the day without really thinking about it. Whether we’re tired, our eyes feel dry or itchy, or there’s something stuck in one of them, it seems like the easiest way to make it feel better is to rub them a little. Unfortunately, doing…
When school opens this fall—whether in the classroom or at home—your child needs to see properly. By scheduling an eye exam for your child now, you can face fall with one less stressor off your list, and you’ll be helping your child see clearly before they return to learning. Read Get your Comprehensive Eye…