November 18, 2013
Have you ever experienced an irritating eye twitch that just won't seem to end? How about dry eyes or blurred vision? Have you ever thought that these issues could be caused by stress? It's true, our eyes are an extension of our brain so whatever affects the various parts of our brain can actually interfere with our vision.
Eye Twitching
Possibly the...
Eye Health in the Office
November 5, 2013
Experiencing red or watery eyes, blurred vision or difficulty focusing after a day at work can often be the result of staring at a computer screen for eight or more hours. Office environments can certainly take their toll on your eyes. Here are some common symptoms and simple solutions to help maintain healthy vision during your work day.
Adjust Your...
Nighttime Driving and Your Eyes
October 2, 2013
Our days are about to become darker even earlier with the fall season officially upon us, which means more nighttime driving. According to a national survey, 32% of drivers reported that they have trouble seeing in the dark. Most of these drivers have difficulty judging distance, identifying signs or exits, and struggle to see animals and pedestrians in...
Glaucoma and Why You Should Have Your Eyes Examined
September 18, 2013
What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases in which the optic nerve, which connects your eye to your brain, is damaged by the pressure of fluid inside your eye.
There are two main types of glaucoma. One is primary open-angle glaucoma and the other is angle-closure glaucoma. These types of glaucoma are marked by an increase of intraocular...
August is National Eye Exam Month
August 26, 2013
August can often be hectic as we rush to fit in the last bits of summer vacation before school starts and the weather cools down, but before you get too wrapped up in back-to-school and final summer plans, don't forget about planning ahead for healthy vision by scheduling an eye exam for you and your family.
The month of August is National Eye Exam...
Cataracts
August 19, 2013
As we grow older our bodies experience many different changes, and our eyes are no exception to this rule. Usually as we age and our vision becomes more blurred, we assume that we probably need new glasses with a stronger prescription, but in fact, cataracts may be the culprit behind our declined vision.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology states that...
Heterochromia
July 12, 2013
July 12th is Heterochromia Awareness Day. Only 11 out of every 1,000 Americans have heterochromia, a condition that results in two differently colored eyes. This trait is commonly found in animals and is relatively rare in humans. One eye can be blue, while the other hazel. Or one eye may be brown while the other is blue. The condition can be hereditary and...
June is UV Safety Month: Protect Your Eyes From The Sun
June 3, 2013
June is here and that means summer is upon us! June also means that it's UV Safety Month - a great time to spread the message of sun, fun and the effects of UV rays. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the main cause of skin cancer, but can also damage your eyes if you leave them unprotected. It is always important to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays, but...
Sports and Eye Safety
May 20, 2013
With warmer weather upon us, many of us are probably enjoying the sunshine by playing some recreational sports. Tens of thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur each year. The good news is that 90% of these serious eye injuries are easily preventable through the use of protective eyewear. The risk of eye injury varies depending on the activity, so...
May is Healthy Vision Month: Keep an Eye on Your Vision
May 3, 2013
May is Healthy Vision Month and offers up a great opportunity to learn about eye health and to make sure that you and your family recognize the importance of regular comprehensive eye exams as a way to maintain healthy vision.
According to the National Eye Institute, millions of Americans are at risk for vision loss due to eye disease. Early detection and...
What Causes Red Eye in Flash Photography?
April 12, 2013
Have you ever wondered what causes eye to appear red in photos? Usually this happens indoors or at night when the pupils are more dilated than usual. The light from camera flashes are generally located only a few inches from the camera's lens. When the flash goes off, light goes straight into the pupil and gets reflected off the back of the eye, and...
March is National Save Your Vision Month
March 25, 2013
March is National Save Your Vision Month. While many of us think that having good vision simply means that our eyes are healthy, that is not always the case. Regular comprehensive eye exams can ensure that you not only keep your vision in great shape, but that you keep your eyes, and ultimately your body, healthy as well. Scheduling an eye exam is the first...