How to Protect Your Eyes During Fireworks Eye Safety and Cataract Awareness Month
Just in time for summer, the American Academy of Ophthalmology has designated June as Fireworks Eye Safety Month. The two most common eye injuries caused by fireworks are eye abrasions and burns. These preventable injuries can lead to permanent vision impairment or total vision loss. Keep reading to learn how to protect your eyes during […]
5 Steps to Getting LASIK
LASIK is an excellent option for vision correction that can allow you to reduce your dependence on visual aids. Are you ready to permanently restore your clear vision with LASIK but need help figuring out where to start? Keep reading to learn five steps to take if you are considering LASIK! 1. Determine Your Vision […]
Learn The Best Vitamins and Nutrients for Healthy Vision During Healthy Vision Month
May is Healthy Vision Month, a time to consider how to best protect the health of your vision. While the most obvious way to maintain the health of your vision is by scheduling regular comprehensive eye exams, there are other ways to ensure your vision stays healthy in between visits. One way is learning about […]
Can LASIK Fix Keratoconus?
If you have keratoconus, you might wonder whether correcting your vision with LASIK might be a possible alternative to prescription glasses or contact lenses. While LASIK can be used to correct nearsightedness and astigmatism, both common vision errors experienced by individuals with keratoconus, it is not a recommended treatment option for this progressive eye disorder. […]
Learn the Best Eye Protection for Sports During Sports Eye Safety Month
It might be surprising to learn that while tens of thousands of sports-related eye injuries are treated in US emergency rooms every year, most of these injuries could have been prevented with the proper eye protection. To bring attention to the importance of wearing eye protection while playing sports, the American Academy of Ophthalmology has […]
Will I Have to Be Put to Sleep for LASIK?
If you want to permanently correct your vision, LASIK is a great choice! LASIK can correct the most common refractive errors: nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. LASIK is an eye surgery in which lasers are used to access and reshape the cornea. Once the cornea has been reshaped, most LASIK patients are able to live their […]
Tips to Reduce Eye Strain in the Office During Workplace Eye Wellness Month
March is the month that many of the leading organizations promoting healthy vision, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, recognize Workplace Eye Wellness Month. Given how many hours a day most adults spend at their jobs, this recognition is a valuable reminder about the importance of maintaining eye health in the workplace. One of the […]
What Are the Most Common Cornea Conditions?
The cornea is the clear, dome-like structure at the front of your eye. The health and clarity of your cornea are critical to the quality of your vision. While most people take clear sight for granted, there are a number of medical conditions that can impact the cornea and vision. Keep reading to learn the […]
Learn the Most Common Symptoms of Glaucoma During Glaucoma Awareness Month
Glaucoma often has no early warning signs, which is why awareness and education about the signs and symptoms, as well as regular eye exams, are so important for early detection and treatment to prevent vision loss. January has been named Glaucoma Awareness Month to help promote understanding of the risk factors, signs, and symptoms of […]
10 Ways to Protect Your Vision During Safe Toys and Celebrations Month
Every year, the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds everyone to consider eye health and safety during the holiday season by designating December as Safe Toys and Celebrations Month. Safe Toys and Celebrations Month is an important time learn how to protect your family’s vision, as eye-related accidents and injuries can occur in any season. Keep […]
