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When you’re planning for parenthood, if there’s one thing you’re probably not thinking about, it’s an elective medical procedure for yourself. You’re probably more concerned with the conception, baby proofing, work/life balance and how you’re going to fit a little bundle of joy into the big mess of life. However, taking care of yourself is… Read More

  Whether you’re just shooting hoops with friends or practicing with the pros, you want to feel like you’re the best in the game. Your glasses, though, are not in it to win it. The athlete in us all is perpetually in conflict with those frames resting on our face. Here are the five ways… Read More

Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or dim vision and often develops with advancing age. This June, VisionFirst Eye Center joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in observing Cataract Awareness Month by sharing three things everyone should know about the condition and its treatment. As everyone grows older, the lenses of… Read More

Whether you’re a busy mom, an active athlete, or a professional who works behind a desk all day, there are lenses to fit every lifestyle. But what good are lenses without the perfect frames? Keep reading for tips on how to choose the best lenses and frames for your style! Which Frame Fits My Style?… Read More

Studies show there is a gender gap in eye disease. Women are more likely than men to suffer from sight-threatening conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataracts, and glaucoma. In support of Healthy Vision Month in May, VisionFirst Eye Center and the American Academy of Ophthalmology remind women to make vision a top priority…. Read More

  There are a lot of positive things to be gained by playing sports. Physical exercise, camaraderie, and teamwork are just a few of the advantages sports can bring to your life. But did you know that each year, an estimated 100,000 people get hurt in sports-related eye injuries? And many of these eye injuries… Read More

Are you getting all of the nutrients your body needs for optimal eye health? Making sure you’re getting the right amount of nutrition to keep yourself healthy can be difficult, and many people don’t take into consideration what their eyes might need, too. While eating a healthy diet cannot cure eye disease, making a habit… Read More

Did you know that 80 percent of your child’s learning happens visually? This means if your child has untreated vision problems, it could impact them academically, socially, and personally. Your optometrist will check for many different things during your child’s yearly eye exam. Pediatric eye exams are fairly similar to adult eye exams; your optometrist … Read More

Are you concerned that your child is getting more and more nearsighted every year?  Are you really nearsighted and don’t want that for your child? There are now special contact lenses or prescription eye drops that have been shown to slow the progression of myopia considerably!* High myopia increases your risk of retinal detachments or… Read More

This holiday season, you will probably spend a lot of time thinking about what gifts to buy for friends and family. But what about giving yourself the gift of better vision? If you have been living with cataracts for a while it may be time to consider the life-changing benefits of cataract surgery. Cataracts cause… Read More