September is Healthy Aging Month, and to commemorate it we want to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of vision loss, as well as steps seniors can take to help preserve their sight. Age is the biggest risk factor for a number of chronic eye problems that can threaten our vision, which is why… Read More
Are you suffering from red, itchy, and watery eyes? You may have a case of pink eye! While it’s certainly no fun, there are ways to help prevent getting it at all. What Is Pink Eye? Luckily, there are some precautions you can take to avoid pink eye and the discomfort it entails. But first,… Read More
Before diving into the pool or beach this summer, make sure you’re aware of the eye safety facts. What can we do to protect our eyes while we cool off in the pool or have a swim at the beach? What are we protecting our eyes from anyways? Eye Irritants in the Water If you’ve… Read More
According to the National Eye Institute, you have more than a 50% chance that you’ll either have a cataract or have already undergone cataract surgery by the time you celebrate your 80th birthday. Cataracts are an age-related condition that causes a clouding of the lens in your eye, cataracts require surgery if you want to… Read More
The retina is the nerve tissue that lines the inside back wall of your eye. Light travels through the pupil and lens and is focused on the retina, where it is converted into a neural impulse and transmitted to the brain. If there is a break in the retina, fluid can track underneath the retina… Read More