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Monthly Archives: May 2018

Clearing Up Some Confusion: Exercise and Macular Degeneration

If you happened to read the December 14, 2017 article in the New York Times on macular degeneration and found yourself feeling worried about your eyesight and anxious to exercise, you’re not alone.

The Times article generated controversy when it reported the findings of a Korean observational study on vigorous exercise and macular degeneration that left […]

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By |May 31st, 2018|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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Dry or Sensitive Eyes You Don’t Have to Suffer for Beauty

If you suffer with dry or sensitive eyes and also happen to be a fan of cosmetics, things can get a little tricky for you.

In your pursuit of the perfect smoky eye, artfully applied winged liner, and an alluring fan of inky black lashes, you may have been thwarted so many times with irritation or […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |May 22nd, 2018|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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Cataract Surgery – Close Relationships Equal Both Happiness and Health

As testified to since antiquity in the world’s pan-cultural literature, human beings have long recognized that the lack of strong, deep, face-to-face social bonds could prove deadly to both body and soul.

Throughout the ages, body and mind were viewed as being in interdependent relationship with each affecting the other. But beginning with the European Enlightenment, […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |May 17th, 2018|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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AI Holds Promise for Early Detection of Diabetic Retinopathy

Over 100 million Americans suffer from some form of diabetes, a condition where bloods sugars (glucose) are not properly metabolized and are therefore unnaturally elevated. Left untreated, diabetes causes damage to multiple organs and systems of the body, including the eyes.

As the disease progresses, diabetes damages the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive lining […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |May 15th, 2018|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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A Woman’s Guide to Happy, Healthy Eyes

If you’re a woman who’s health-conscious, you probably make an effort to exercise daily, eat a balanced diet, watch your weight and cholesterol, and get adequate rest.

But in the quest for healthy bodies, it’s easy to neglect one of the most important parts of them: our eyes.

Just as our muscles benefit from strength training and […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |May 10th, 2018|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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A Game-Changing Treatment for Children with Lazy Eye

Most adults can remember a time from their childhoods where they observed another child wearing a pirate-like eye patch – and not at Halloween. In fact, maybe they were the child wearing the eye patch.

Whether the child was the observer or the wearer, the chances are that the eye patch was worn to treat what […]

The information presented on this Site and Blog and any related links is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing contained in this Site is intended to create a physician-patient relationship, to replace the services of a licensed, trained physician or health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of a physician or trained health professional licensed in your state. You must never consider any of the information presented here as a substitute for consulting with your physician or health care provider for any medical conditions or concerns. Any information presented here is general information, is not medical advice, nor is it intended as advice for your personal situation. Please consult with your physician or health care provider if you have concerns about your health or suspect that you might have a problem.

By |May 8th, 2018|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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LASIK: How it Works and What to Expect

By |May 8th, 2018|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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Infographic – Eyecare Tips

By |May 1st, 2018|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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