Vision Health

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Why is My Night Vision Getting Worse?

If you have trouble seeing at night, you’re not alone. In fact, millions of people experience worsened vision at night or in dim light. This is referred to as night blindness, or nyctalopia. If you've noticed your night vision getting worse, this could be a sign of underlying health ...

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10 Symptoms to Tell Your Eye Doctor About Immediately

Your eyes are windows to your overall health. Catching eye problems early can make all the difference in preventing vision loss and maintaining your quality of life. To learn more about promoting healthy vision, read on for common symptoms you should tell your eye doctor about immediately. Remember, when it ...

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What is an Ocular Migraine?

If you’re experiencing episodes of vision disturbances accompanied by headaches, you might be dealing with an ocular migraine. In this guide, we explain what an ocular migraine is, typical symptoms, some of the most common causes, and treatment options to consider with your eye doctor. Ocular Migraines Explained Ocular ...

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10 Signs Your Child Should See an Eye Doctor 

As a parent, you always want your child to be healthy and comfortable, but sometimes subtle signs of potential eye or vision issues can go unnoticed. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore some common indicators that could suggest a child is experiencing symptoms of an eye condition. When it comes ...

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9 Careers that Benefit the Most from LASIK Eye Surgery

If you are one of the more than 150 million people in the U.S. who have trouble seeing clearly without prescription eyeglasses or contact, LASIK laser eye surgery could be a perfect for you. This easy, safe, and permanent vision correct surgery provides several desirable benefits—including improved job performance. ...

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12 Signs it’s Time to See Your Ophthalmologist

Have you been experiencing blurred vision, frequent headaches, or trouble seeing at night? These could be signs that it's time to see your ophthalmologist. Regular eye exams are crucial for maintaining healthy vision and detecting potential eye conditions early on. Ignoring visual discomfort or assuming it's a normal part of ...

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Eye Doctor-Approved Products that You Can Get at the Drugstore

Taking care of your eyes is crucial for maintaining good vision and overall eye health. However, with so many options on the drug store shelves, it’s good to have some expert insights. Fortunately, there are several eye doctor-approved products that you can get at the drugstore that can support ...

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Eye Drops Recalled in California after CDC Health Alert  

After cases of a rare drug-resistant bacteria were reported in users of Global Pharma Healthcare’s artificial tears, the CDC issued an emergency bulletin on January 31, 2023. Cases have been reported in twelve states, including California (CA, CO, CT, FL, NJ, NM, NY, NV, TX, UT, WA, WI). The preservative free ...

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Does Everyone Get Cataracts Eventually? 

The most common cause of cataracts is aging. According to the National Eye Institute, in 2010, 68.3% of adults in the United States, 80 years old or older, have had, or still have cataracts. Like wrinkles, crepey skin, and brittle bones, as we age, almost everyone gets cataracts eventually. However, your risk for ...

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Glaucoma Could Be Quietly Blinding You 

Your Guide to Glaucoma Prevention, Detection, and Treatment  Every January, the National Eye Institute (NEI) raises awareness about Glaucoma with its Glaucoma Awareness Month campaign.   Awareness is crucial in the prevention of glaucoma-caused blindness. Glaucoma affects 2.7 million people in the United States and is a leading cause ...

Protect Your Eyes During Cold Weather Conditions 

Your Guide to Winter Eye Care and Vision Protection   You might think that spring and summer are the only challenging times of year for our eye health, with the summer sun and the spring pollen. However, winter is tricky, too. While winter is typically a wetter season, certain ...

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How to Use Your FSA for LASIK Before the End of 2022

Your Guide to Using Your FSA for LASIK Eye Surgery in 2022 If you have a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) through your work and find yourself with money left before the end of the year, LASIK can be great holiday gift to yourself. You can improve your vision and use your ...

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What is a Comprehensive Eye Exam?

Your Complete Guide to a Truly Comprehensive Eye Exam Some of the most common degenerative eye diseases such as cataracts don’t always present with symptoms right away. In fact, patients can have cataracts for years without noticing any changes in their vision. This is why having a comprehensive eye ...

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Is LASIK Safe During Pregnancy?

Why It's Best to Wait to Get LASIK If You Are Pregnant Less than 1% of patients experience complications after undergoing LASIK laser eye surgery. As one of the safest elective surgical procedures available today, it’s no surprise that over 700,000 people undergo the vision correction procedure every year.  So ...

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Can You Have LASIK After Cataract Surgery?

How LASIK Can Fine Tune Your Vision After Cataract Surgery Can you have LASIK after cataract surgery? The short answer is yes. However, it's likely that you’ll not need it.  Read on to find out why and what your options are if you do experience breakthrough refractive issues.&...

Can Cataracts be Prevented?

4 Health Tips for Lowering Your Risk of Developing Cataracts Cataracts are the leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide. An estimated 95% of people in the United States over the age of 65 are affected by age-related cataracts (Nuclear Sclerotic Cataracts). When left untreated, age-related cataracts grow progressively larger and will result in ...

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Is It Time for LASIK Surgery?

Learn Why LASIK May Be the Best Vision Correction Option for You With a 99% percent success rate, it’s no surprise that an average of 700,000 patients undergo LASIK vision correction surgery every year. If you are one of the hundreds of thousands of people who are looking for an alternative ...

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8 Essential Nutrients Your Eyes Need

Superfoods to add to your diet to naturally improve eye health and vision Superfoods are foods that tick many of the nutritional boxes all on their own. They provide our necessary nutrients and vitamins, without the need for taking supplements. Healthy lifestyle habits, including a diet of essential nutrients, can ...

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The Most Prevalent Age-Related Eye Conditions in People Over 40

A guide to the most prevalent age-related eye conditions for people ages 40 and older The CDC estimates that over 4.2 million Americans over the age of 40 are legally blind, and the leading causes are all age-related eye conditions. Many of these conditions are treatable and with a simple eye exam, they ...

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