You have almost certainly heard of diabetes, which is one of the most common chronic health conditions in the United States with an estimated 100 million adults currently living with diabetes or pre-diabetes. This metabolic disorder occurs when the body is no longer able to regulate its own blood sugar levels and requires intervention to…
Both optometrists and ophthalmologists treat many common types of ocular disease. However, for the best outcome, it’s important to see an eye doctor regularly. They can identify any issues before they become serious problems. Fortunately, they can treat all of the diseases mentioned below, and in some cases, you can do certain things to prevent…
The eye is a very delicate and fragile part of the body. According to one study on distance vision, about 188.5 million individuals are said to suffer from mild vision impairment, 217 million individuals suffer from moderate and severe impairment while 36 million individuals are blind. For near vision impairment, there are about 826 million individuals…
Regular eye exams are important for children since their eyes can change significantly in as little as a year as the muscles and tissue develop. Good eyesight is critical for a child’s life and achievements since success in school is closely tied to eye health. School demands intense visual involvement, including reading, writing, using computers, and…
You may wonder, why do I need routine eye exams? Well they are an important aspect of maintaining one’s overall health. Regardless of how good your eyesight is, scheduling a regular eye exams is a great way to stay on top of your overall eye/vision health. Adults should have an eye exam every year, depending on…
Just a few decades ago, computer vision syndrome (CVS) was not even a thing. However, with an increase in the role of staring at computer screens and phones, it has become an increasingly common issue. This puts a significant strain on our eyes. With the increased use of school computers, tablets and smartphones, children are also…
Knowing how important the role of our eyes is in our day to day functioning, we tend to neglect the day to day care necessary to maintain optimal eye health. While we know that eye issues can be a result of eyestrain or aging, most people ignore the fact that an unbalanced diet, as well…
Most of us rub our eyes many times throughout the day. Its important to know that if you rub your eyes too often or hard, its possible that you could cause damage in a number of different ways… On the positive side of things… Rubbing your eyes stimulates tears to flow, lubricating dry eyes…