We can't stress enough the importance of buying safe toys and gifts for children. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission an estimated 251,700 toy-related injuries were treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms in 2017. Almost half of those incidents were…
Prevent Blindness has declared June as Cataract Awareness Month to educate people on risk factors, symptoms and treatment options. Did you know? In the United States, more than 25 million Americans have cataracts, a medical condition in which the lens…
Football helmets, shin guards, mouth guards, lacrosse helmets, you know how to protect your kids from sports injuries of all varieties, concussions, chipped teeth, fractures, head injuries. But when it comes to eyewear, how do you measure up? According to…
According to European and Portuguese studies, eating the nutritious vegetables, fruits and fish of a Mediterranean-inspired diet can reduce your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or having it become more advanced. Both show that a diet rich in plant-based foods…
The World Health Organization estimates that 4.5 million people worldwide are blind due to glaucoma. Currently, in the United States, there are over 3 million people living with glaucoma and, according to the National Eye Institute, this number is projected…
Diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that can cause vision loss and blindness in people who have diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy is caused by high blood sugar due to diabetes. Over time, having too much sugar in your blood can damage…
Do your eyes a favor - maximize family time and minimize screen time Putting those devices away and spending time with family and friends is not only good for your overall wellbeing, it can also help protect your vision. According…
When it is time for an eye health check-up, it is important to know the differences between providers, what they offer and their level of expertise. All three specialties have a role in helping you achieve your best visual outcomes.…
Did you know preventive care can help you keep your eyes healthy and avoid common causes of blindness? If you've never had a vision problem, you probably don't give much thought to your eyes. And you may not be aware of…
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal sight without warning. Resulting vision loss is caused by damage to the optic nerve. Currently, more than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute…