The Causes and Treatments for Astigmatism
What You Need to Know About Astigmatism Astigmatism causes blurred vision whether you’re looking at an object that’s close by or far away. Approximately 33 percent of the population is affected by astigmatism, according to the American Academy of Opthalmology. What Causes Astigmatism? Astigmatism is a refractive error that changes the way light rays focus […]
Common Eye Care Myths
Myths About Your Visual Health Misinformation tends to be confused with fact the longer it circulates. Unfortunately, that often means that people don’t have the information they need to make informed decisions about their general or visual health. Have you heard any of these eyesight myths and wondered if they’re actually true? Myth: You Don’t […]
Are Your Eye Problems Genetic?
How Your Family History Affects Your Vision You may have inherited more than your hair color and height from your parents. The tendency to develop nearsightedness, glaucoma, lazy eye, and other conditions can also be passed from generation to generation. Exploring the Way Inheritance Affects Your Eyes Eye diseases can be passed on through recessive, […]
Diagnosing and Using Vision Technology to Help Low Vision
What is Low Vision? Low vision affects close to 3 million Americans, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. You may have low vision if you have vision loss that can’t be improved with glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. Fortunately, a variety of aids and devices can help you make the most of your usable […]
Getting Your Child Accustomed to New Glasses
Helping Your Child Adjust to New Glasses Whether your child just started wearing glasses for the first time or recently got new glasses, getting used to a pair of glasses can take a little time. These four tips may help ease the adjustment process. Consider Your Child’s Opinion When Selecting Frames Chances are you wouldn’t […]
The Effects of Smoking on Your Eye Health
How Smoking Affects Your Eyes Smoking increases the likelihood of developing many types of health issues, including conditions and diseases that may affect your vision. If you are a smoker or live with someone who smokes, your eye health may be at risk. 7 Diseases and Conditions Related to Smoking Smoking can cause several eye-related […]
How Sleep Can Affect Your Vision
Lack of Sleep May Affect Your Eye Health Have you been having trouble sleeping? Fatigue, concentration problems, and irritability aren’t the only consequences of insomnia. Your eye health may also suffer if you can’t fall asleep or stay asleep. These Things Can Happen to Your Eyes if You Don’t Get Enough Sleep Most of us […]
How to Keep Your Eyes Safe From Germs
Protecting Your Eyes from Germs Germs look for the easiest way into your body, often entering through your eyes and other mucus membranes. Fortunately, taking a few simple steps to protect your eyes may reduce your chance of developing an illness or infection. Don’t Touch Your Face Like most people, you probably touch your face […]
Symptoms of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Are You Showing Signs of Age-Related Macular Degeneration? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), an eye condition common in older Americans, slowly damages your central and color vision. Signs and symptoms of the condition can be subtle at first and may not seem particularly alarming. Fortunately, your optometrist can spot changes in your eyes before you notice […]
Good Eye Health Is Essential for Athletes
Eye Health for Athletes – Why Vision is Important in Sports Eyesight is a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect of sports ability. Without good vision, scoring points, hitting balls, and fending off opponents becomes much more difficult. Why Good Vision Is Particularly Important for Athletes It’s difficult to determine which player has the ball or […]