We already know the importance of drinking water for our overall health and wellness. Many important figures ranging from health experts to Michelle Obama have stressed the importance of increasing your water intake. But did you know that keeping your body hydrated not only benefits it as a whole but also helps your eyes? Your […]
Macular Degeneration Also referred to as AMD, is the degeneration of the macula which is the area of the retina that oversees visual function. This is responsible for the human ability to recognize faces, memorize places and understand our surroundings. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss, especially in older individuals. Age-related macular […]
Spring is often referred to as the king of seasons, but unfortunately, it is also the season of allergies. Of course, there is more than just allergies that constitute eye-health care, but allergies can open doors for other eye problems as well. Some of the most common symptoms of allergies in spring are Sinus congestions […]
Eyes are one of the most delicate organs in the human body. A slight irritation or the feeling of something touching the eye can be incommodious. Dry eyes are one of the various diseases that can cause discomfort and have serious implications for overall eye health. What Is Dry Eye? This is a condition observed […]
You need to protect your eyes just like your skin to prevent them falling prey to the risks of eye sunburn. If you don’t take precautions to prevent it, overexposure to ultraviolet rays can damage your eyes. Your eyes are sensitive organs and this is why optometrists recommend not neglecting any type of care regardless […]
Scheduling an appointment with an optometrist or ophthalmologist is essential regarding your eye health. Eye specialists also encourage regular visits as this way, you can learn about the condition of your eyes and they can help diagnose potential eye diseases as well. It is also a wise decision as frequent appointments with an eye specialist […]
You may be surprised to know that optometrists have successfully diagnosed around 320,000 cases pertaining to early symptoms of diabetes – enabling patients to of diabetes take early precautions to prevent severe symptoms from developing. There are chances that results would be positive if optometrists carry out a similar practice to diagnose symptoms of Alzheimer’s […]
You may have chided your child concerning over-use of gadgets as they may affect their eyesight adversely. Sitting in front of the screen for hours can not only irritate but has potential to damage your eyes in the long run. However, like advancements in technology, where you can perform almost every function only by one […]
Being determined to improve the condition of eyes can be a wise new year’s resolution. Your eyes are special organs as they perform an essential function, so you need to take precautions against factors that contribute to weakening your eye-sight. Not only can weak vision be a result but if you don’t take precautions, you […]
What Is Laser Eye Surgery? Laser eye surgery is a refractive surgery conducted to eliminate eyesight problems such as farsightedness, nearsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. This is done to reduce the dependency on prescription lenses and glasses. There are different kinds of laser surgery, such as intraocular lenses and refractive surgeries, which you can get depending […]
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