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
When we don’t manage to get a full night’s sleep, we feel it long into the next day. With hectic schedules and a fast-paced way of life, sometimes sleep isn’t as high up on our priority list as it should be. Studies show that sleep deprivation has similar effects on the body and mind as… Read More
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
Summer is an exciting time full of fun activities, but they can be less enjoyable for your eyes if you don’t have the proper protection. A lot of us do more outdoor activities in the summer than in other seasons, and that exposes our eyes to more harmful UV rays from the sun. That’s why… Read More
With over 25 years in the field of Ophthalmology, Dr. Malik’s experience as a leader in the field of cataract surgery is on display in an interactive Q&A session with questions from our friends on social media! Have a look at the curiosities of our community and the answers directly from Dr. Malik! Q: Is… Read More