Category: Eye Health

December is the time that millions of families have holiday celebrations! Gift-giving is part of those traditions.  It is no coincidence that many organizations have named December Safe Toys and Celebrations Month. Don’t let this time of fun and joy turn into a tragedy for your family! Keep reading for some tips to keep this… Read More

Did you know that September is Healthy Aging Month? There are lots of programs and articles for seniors about eating well and exercising.  But they don’t usually mention good vision. We want to focus on healthy aging in relation to your eyes. Keep reading for 7 lifestyle habits that may help you maintain good vision… Read More

Do you hate going to the eye doctor and having your eyes dilated? If you answered yes, then you are with the majority. Why do we dilate your eyes at the eye doctor? The answer is simple: we need to see the back of your eye; also known as the retina. “Why do I need… Read More

You’d think most people would know if they had dry eye, but it’s not always that obvious. Eye redness, irritation, and inflammation are often attributed to foreign particles in the eye, infection, or other eye problems. Yet, more often than not, dry eye syndrome is the culprit. The common condition affects many people, especially during… Read More

Fireworks injuries cause approximately 10,000 visits to the emergency department each year. Most of those visits involve children who suffer thousands of eye injuries.1 Though the most disabling injuries occur with illegal firecrackers, most injuries are caused by legal fireworks parents buy for their children, such as sparklers, firecrackers, bottle rockets, and Roman candles. Every… 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

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

Halloween is a favorite holiday for people of all ages. Your kids may be the most excited to dress up and eat candy but adults can join in on the fun too. And regardless of your age, there are certain Halloween precautions everyone should take. Did you know that every year there are hundreds of… Read More