Ten Simple Tips to Protect Your Eyes
Having good vision is essential for our safety, independence, and overall quality of life. That’s why it’s so important never to do anything that can harm your eyes. Below …
How to Choose the Best Sunglasses to Protect Your Eyes
By Marc Braithwaite, OD Chief of Optometry Sunglasses are more than a way to look stylish or reduce glare on a bright, sunny day. They are an important way …
How to Prevent Eye Injuries
By Dr. Joseph Silva, OD Department of Eye Services Did you know that October is eye injury prevention month? In America, eye injuries affect about 2.5 million people every …
Summer Water Fun Can Be Hazardous to Your Eyes
By Elizabeth Askew, OD Optometrist, Reliant Medical Group Most of us love to be around the water this time of year, whether visiting the ocean or our favorite lake …
Diseases That Can Affect Aging Eyes
Most of us take our good vision for granted, but millions of Americans suffer from serious vision problems. The leading causes of poor vision in the U.S. are eye …
Dealing with Middle Age Eyes
When people reach their early to mid-forties, changes occur in the eyes that affect the ability to see at close distances. Known as presbyopia, this condition occurs in all …
Do You Have Dry Eyes?
Chronic dry eye (keratoconjunctivitis sicca) is a medical condition that affects millions of Americans. Caused by lack of tear production, the symptoms of dry eyes include: A burning, scratching …