Monthly Archives: September 2022

The Importance of Back to School Eye Exams

With school starting up again soon, now is a great time to bring your child in for their yearly eye exam before classes start! Classroom Vision Problems Are Varied Reports estimate that 10% of preschoolers have a vision problem significant enough to impact learning, and being nearsighted or farsighted aren’t the only problems they can have with… Read More


How To Safely View The Upcoming Solar Eclipse

Few events are as mesmerizing as a solar eclipse. The merging of the sun, moon, and Earth in perfect alignment creates a breathtaking sight that captures the attention of people worldwide. However, while witnessing a solar eclipse can be awe-inspiring, it’s crucial to remember that staring directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can… Read More


Spring Allergies and Your Eyes

Spring is quickly approaching, and that means so are allergies! Seasonal allergies affect millions of people every year, and they can be particularly hard on our eyes, leaving them red, itchy, and watery. Why does this happen and what can we do about it? Why Do We Get Seasonal Allergies? While there are plenty of… Read More


Battling Blindness: Types, Symptoms, Causes, & Prevention

Blindness is a term that refers to both legal blindness and visual impairment. It is estimated that 2.2 billion people worldwide suffer from some degree of blindness or visual impairment, and approximately half of these are due to preventable or treatable causes. What Is Blindness? The definition of blindness is vision that is so poor… Read More


Proper Eye Care During Fall

When the chilly and dry air of Fall begin to roll in, we often take steps to protect ourselves from the impending cold and flu season. But it may surprise you to know that the briskness of Fall and Winter may have a few potential risks in store for our vision as well. 3 Factors… Read More


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