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vision loss

Vision Loss – What’s Normal and What’s Not?

All our bodies change as we age, and our eyes are no different.  But what’s normal ‘wear and tear’ due to age, and what’s something more ... Read More

optometrist vs ophthalmologist

Do You Need an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist? Here’s the Difference

When it comes to vision problems, you may hear the words optometrist and ophthalmologist thrown around. However, these are two very ... Read More

protect your eyes

6 Ways to Protect Your Eyes From Your Desk Job

Whether you’re remote or in the office, desk jobs have become the norm. Unfortunately, staring at a computer all day can have damaging ... Read More

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The 12 Most Common Health Problems for People 55+

Thanks to new medications and surgical techniques, people are living longer. However, a 35-year-old body will be a very different body than ... Read More

blue light

Your Brain on Blue Light: Understanding the Science

For most of us, blue light is unavoidable.  We stare at our screens, zip around on our phones, and when it’s time to unwind, often kick ... Read More

sleeping with contact lenses

The Risks of Sleeping with Your Contact Lenses

Several studies report nearly 80 percent of contact lens users have slept in their lenses at least once. While most don’t experience any eye ... Read More

Have Diabetic Macular Edema? This Clinical Trial Could Be For You

Have Diabetic Macular Edema? This Clinical Trial Could Be For You

Did you know that diabetes can affect your vision? Diabetic macular edema (DME) is a complication of diabetes that causes swelling in the ... Read More

Halloween contacts

Scary Eyes: 7 Safety Tips For Halloween Contacts

As Halloween approaches each year, the FDA ramps up warnings about unapproved decorative contact lenses, which pose serious risks to eye ... Read More

eye health

What a Black Doctor Wants You to Know About Your Eye Health

According to statistics collected over the past decade, Black Americans are at a higher risk of developing vision problems than other ... Read More

Black Kids Are Missing From Pediatric Eye Disease Clinical Trials

Black Kids Are Missing From Pediatric Eye Disease Clinical Trials

Black children are often left out of pediatric eye disease trials, and it’s keeping them out of opportunities for treatment. What is ... Read More

contact solution

The Hidden Dangers of Reusing Contact Solution: What You Need to Know

Contact solution is integral to keeping your contact lenses clean and safe. Many people ask if it’s possible to reuse this solution at least ... Read More

screen time

Screen Time: 3 Ways to Protect Your Child’s Eyes in a Digital World

With the prevalence of digital screens in nearly every aspect of life—from education to entertainment—it's more crucial than ever to ensure ... Read More

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