Workplace Eye Wellness Month
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month! It’s essential to keep your health in mind while you’re on the job. That includes all aspects of your health: mental and physical. Many occupations can present hazards to your eyes and your long-term eye health. You may even be surprised at what occupations need to be most aware […]
Don’t Neglect Your Eye Health During Quarantine
At Shepherd Eye Center, we are committed to providing excellent, ongoing care for our patients while taking every possible precaution in preventing the spread of COVID-19. One of the ways we provide ongoing care is by educating our patients on the importance of early detection. Ophthalmologists have seen a recent spike in serious yet preventable […]
Healthy Aging Month
September is Healthy Aging Month, as recognized by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. There’s more than one component of healthy aging. Your mental and physical health is, of course, the main area of focus. But a big part of your physical health is dependent on your vision. There are several eye-related conditions that can come […]
Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
In August, the American Academy of Ophthalmology observes Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. As the summer comes to an end and the school year begins, it’s important to make sure your child is healthy and safe. Besides yearly pediatrician’s appointments, it’s also a good time for an annual eye exam. If your child is […]
Healthy Vision Month
May is traditionally Healthy Vision Month, as recognized by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. May is the end of spring, and a time when we start thinking about summer plans. The sunny weather that comes with this time of year means you need to be extra careful about protecting your eyes. It’s also a time […]
Why You Should Take A Break From The Screens
With how popular screens have become in modern society, you’ve heard that too much screen time is bad for your health. It’s true that spending most of your day staring at a screen can negatively affect your health, especially your eyes. But since so many people rely on screens not only for entertainment but for […]
Workplace Eye Wellness Month
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month. This month, we’re promoting awareness surrounding eye safety at work. Today, you may not think about your eye safety, if you like so many, work in an office environment. Eye related problems are more common in office workers than those who work in jobs like construction. Why? Because of […]
