The Importance of a Back to School Eye Exam
When summer vacation winds down, it’s time to prepare for the new school year. Buying new uniforms and school supplies may be at the top of your to-do list, but there are …
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Halloween Eye Safety Tips to Protect Your Vision
Halloween eye safety starts with smart choices about costume contacts, makeup, and visibility so you can enjoy the night without an eye emergency. Halloween is a fun, fright-filled time of …
Learn MoreCommon Eye Infections, Styes, Pink Eye and More
Common eye infections, such as styes, pink eye, and ingrown eyelashes, are usually treatable, but they can still be painful and sometimes can threaten your vision if you ignore them. …
Learn MoreDo Carrots Help Your Eyesight?
A popular belief is that eating carrots can improve your eyesight. Some even claim that consuming enough carrots might give you night vision—the ability to see clearly in the dark. …
Learn MoreWhy Wearing Sunglasses in Winter Is Important
Eye-health experts contend that wearing sunglasses during winter is more crucial than during summer months. Why? During the winter, eyes are exposed to the sun’s damaging UV rays and the …
Learn MoreHoliday Eye Safety: Setting Up a Christmas Tree
With the winter season comes beautiful decorations, the smell of fresh evergreens, and more chances for eye injuries. These accidents are not what anyone wants during the holidays. Many things …
Learn MoreDo iPads Help People with Low Vision Read Better?
According to the results of a new study, people with low vision can read faster on iPads. The findings of the study will be presented at the annual American Academy …
Learn MoreWhy Rubbing Your Eyes Can Harm Your Vision
Why rubbing your eyes can harm your vision isn’t always obvious, because in the moment it can feel soothing or even automatic. The skin and structures around your eye are …
Learn MoreCommon Causes of Dry Eyes and When to Get Treated
Common causes of dry eyes include tear-film issues, screen use, dry weather, aging, medications, contact lenses, and health conditions that affect the eye’s surface. In Arizona and the Southwest, dry …
Learn MoreThe Safest Vision Correction Procedures Today
Understanding the safest vision correction procedures today can help you feel confident about taking the next step toward clearer vision. The safest vision correction procedures today are LASIK, PRK, and …
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