September 12, 2014
Light is something that is constantly all around us, in our homes and offices, shining from our televisions, smartphones and computer screens. For the most part, nobody really stops to think about light and the effect of different colors of light has on our bodies, moods and overall health. Were you aware that blue light can actually make you feel better?...
A new eye test may detect Alzheimer's disease decades before its onset
August 26, 2014
A simple eye test could soon reveal whether patients have Alzheimer's disease, or if they are likely to develop the disease in the future. Researchers recently announced promising results associated with a study focused on a new test that can pick up on the disease years - if not decades - before the appearance of clinical signals.
This is big news...
Children's Eye Health and Safety Month
August 11, 2014
August has arrived and that means that many parents are preparing their children for another school year. August is also Children's Eye Health and Safety Month. When 80% of learning occurs through the eyes, healthy vision is essential to a child's success in the classroom. In addition to buying school supplies and new clothes, don't forget to add...
What are the most common causes of eye injuries?
July 23, 2014
Whether you're playing an action-packed sport or just cleaning around the house, eye injuries can happen anytime, anywhere to anyone. The American Academy of Ophthalmology reported that more than 2.5 million eye injuries happen every year across the world with 100,000 of those injuries taking place in the U.S. Of those eye injuries 90% could have been...
Exercise May Help Protect Your Eyes
July 6, 2014
Exercise can seem like a daily chore to some, but it actually may help our body in more ways than we think. A recent study suggests that exercise could protect our eyes as we age.
It has been proposed the exercise may reduce the risk of such eye diseases as macular degeneration, which is the leading cause of severe vision loss in people over the age of...
What is Low Vision?
June 18, 2014
Low vision refers to a visual impairment that is not correctable through surgery, prescription drugs, glasses or contacts. It's often characterized by partial sight, such as blurred vision, blind spots or tunnel vision. Low vision can impact people of any age, but it is primarily associated with adults over the age of 60.
Causes of Low Vision
Some of...
June is Cataract Awareness Month
June 9, 2014
June is Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world and affect more than 22 million Americans aged 40 and older. Whitten Laser Eye wants you to be informed about the ways you can help protect yourself.
Risk factors for developing cataracts include diabetes, direct and prolonged exposure to UV radiation from...
June is Cataract Awareness Month
June 9, 2014
June is Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world and affect more than 22 million Americans aged 40 and older. Whitten Laser Eye wants you to be informed about the ways you can help protect yourself.
Risk factors for developing cataracts include diabetes, direct and prolonged exposure to UV radiation from...
Foods to Help You Get More Shut Eye
May 21, 2014
In today's fast-paced world it is very common to miss out on getting enough restful sleep each night. The challenge of balancing proper rest with everything else that needs to get done in a day can be very tricky. However, many are not aware that not getting enough rest can wreak havoc on your eyesight. While it's obvious that lack of sleep can cause dark...
5 Tips to Protect Your Eyes This Summer
May 5, 2014
As the weather warms up, visions of sandy beaches, family picnics, and outdoor adventures become reality, but with all that time outside, don't forget to keep your peepers protected from the serious dangers associated with UV rays. Just as we make the effort to protect our skin from sunburns, we should also make sure that our eyes are safeguarded as well...
Women's Eye Health & Safety Month
April 16, 2014
April is Women's Eye Health and Safety Month. Did you know that more women suffer from visual impairments than men? Two thirds of blindness occurs in women, fortunately 75% of visual impairment is preventable and/or treatable. One reason why women are affected by more eye health issues than men is because they tend to live longer. According to the...
Foods to help fight AMD
April 2, 2014
Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss for those aged 55 and older in the United States, affecting more than 10 million Americans. Age-related macular degeneration is caused by the deterioration of the central portion of the retina, the inside back layer of the eye that records images and send them via the optic nerve from the...