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Seasonal Allergies and Your Eyes: How to Find Relief This Fall
If your eyes have been itchy, red, or watery lately, you’re not alone — and it’s not just a springtime problem. Fall brings its own wave of allergy triggers, especially ragweed pollen and mold spores, that can leave your eyes just as irritated as your sinuses. Allergic conjunctivitis (the medical term for eye allergies) happens when allergens come into contact
Digital Eye Strain: Simple Habits to Protect Your Eyes in a Screen-Filled World
Between remote work, virtual meetings, streaming, and scrolling, the average adult now spends more than seven hours a day looking at a screen. Kids aren’t far behind, especially once tablets and laptops become part of daily schoolwork. It’s no surprise that “digital eye strain” — also called computer vision syndrome — is one of the most common complaints we hear
Why Fall Is the Perfect Time for a Back-to-School Eye Exam
Even after the first weeks of school have come and gone, it’s not too late to schedule your child’s annual eye exam — and fall is actually one of the best times to do it. Vision problems are one of the most common, and most overlooked, causes of struggling in the classroom. The American Optometric Association estimates that up to
Lazy Eye
Lazy eye, also referred to as amblyopia, is a condition that develops in infancy or early childhood, and it typically starts when the focus in one eye is more enhanced than the other. The eye with less focus might be impaired due to a significant amount of farsightedness or astigmatism, or something could be obstructing light from getting through like
Stress and Vision
Did you know that your eyes are an extension of your brain? There are six muscles connected to each eye, and they receive signals from the brain. These signals direct the eyes movements and, thus, control their ability to focus. When you are stressed, your brain goes through a number of changes and signals some of your body’s glands to
October Newsletter: The Advantages of Prescription Sunglasses
The Advantages of Prescription Sunglasses Sunny days pose a problem if you wear prescription glasses. Drugstore sunglasses don’t offer the clear vision you need, while clip-on sunglass lenses rarely fit well. Fortunately, prescription sunglasses are available. Why It’s So Important to Wear Sunglasses Exposure to ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVA) light from the sun raises your risk of
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Seasonal Allergies and Your Eyes: How to Find Relief This Fall
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