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How To Avoid Contact Lens Complications

While modern corrective surgeries such as Lasik can restore vision without the hassle of corrective eye ware, more than 150 million Americans opt for some form of corrective device. Of these, 36 million choose to wear contact lenses.

July is eye injury prevention month. Contacts, although they offer benefits for many users, have particular safety concerns. […]

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By |July 31st, 2014|EyeCare Topics|0 Comments

Macular Holes: Are You Seeing Waves?

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Sight is a complicated process. The simultaneous interaction between many components in the eye creates the detailed and colorful perspective through which we see the world.

Damage to any part of the eye can cause vision loss or impairment, either temporary or permanent.
The Function Of The Macula
Located at the back of the eye, the macula […]

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By |July 29th, 2014|Cutting Edge, EyeCare Topics, In the Journals|0 Comments

Can Drinking Coffee Lead To Better Eye Health?

Brewing a pot of coffee is a morning routine for millions of people, and research has shown that drinking coffee comes with a number of health benefits. Coffee is associated with reduced risks of Parkinson’s disease, type 2 diabetes, and liver disease. Studies have shown that green tea could help improve your vision health, but […]

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By |July 8th, 2014|Cutting Edge, EyeCare Topics|0 Comments

6 Valuable Vision Tips That Will Save Your Eyes This Summer

Keep your eyes protected all summer long with these simple tips.
The summer season brings with it lots of opportunities for fun in the sun, sports out in the backyard, long days relaxing in the pool, and a number of other warm weather activities that you just don’t get in the winter. However, before you load […]

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Kicking Off Healthy Vision Month with Basic Eye Care Tips

Celebrate May’s Healthy Vision Month by incorporating these tips into your life.
Many of us take our vision for granted on a day-to-day basis. In fact, it is only when something goes wrong, such as pink eye or a dry eyes, when we begin to appreciate just how great our vision is when our eyes are […]

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10 Important Facts For February’s Low Vision Awareness Month

Carry these low vision facts with you into the rest of 2013.
While February is the shortest month of the year, it is still startling to see how quickly this month can fly by. It seems like just yesterday that we were just starting to pack away our New Year’s supplies and plan out our Valentine’s […]

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Vision FAQs: All About Dysfunctional Lens Syndrome

Answering your most frequently asked questions about DLS.
It is no secret that the workings of the inner eye are complicated and remarkable. The amount of small, intricate muscles and parts working together to create the images that we see in front of us each and every day is nothing short of amazing.

One of the best […]

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The Dangerous Side Effects That Smoking Can Have On Vision

Smoking can cause very serious health concerns for your eyes and vision.
It is no small secret that smoking a cigarette, pipe or any other kind of tobacco product can be seriously damaging to your overall health and well being. New studies come out day after day detailing the serious cardiovascular disorders and cancers that are […]

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By |October 18th, 2012|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Fruits and Vegetables That Make For Healthy Eyes and Vision

If you want to improve your vision, add these fruits and veggies to your diet.
When we were young, family dinners sat around the kitchen table often sounded very similar to kids across the country: “Finish all of your dinner” or “No dessert until your plate is cleared.” However, there was one request that was often […]

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Could Video Games Actually Help To Improve Our Vision?

Playing video games may improve eyesight for those born with cataracts.
Growing up, we constantly heard warnings and cautions from our parents about sitting too long in front of the television or the dangers of all-day video game marathons for our eyesight. “You’re going to go cross-eyed if you keep watching that television!” or “If you […]

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