02/27/2020
4 Mistakes You Might Be Making When It Comes to Your Eyes—and How to Fix Them
Before you hit the trails, learn about common eye-health mistakes most people make while running and how to avoid them.
runnersworld.com
If you wear contacts or glasses, you’re going to want to take note.
02/21/2020
Blurry vision? Schedule your eye exam today!
02/20/2020
Smart contacts: The future of the wearable you won't even see
Ok, so we may not have flying cars yet, but scientists are developing something just as exciting – smart contacts! Smart contacts help detect if there's a problem in the bloodstream, too much stress, and other health risks. Read the article to find out more.
newatlas.com
The notion of wearing lenses over our eyes to correct our vision dates back hundreds of years, with some even crediting Leonardo da Vinci as one of the first proponents of the idea (though that remains somewhat controversial). Material science and our understanding of the human eye have come a long....
02/17/2020
Fun President’s Day Fact: Teddy Roosevelt was blind in his left eye due to an injury in a boxing match! Did you know that?! Comment below!
02/15/2020
Each year, about 300,000 children are diagnosed with cancer. Show your support for children and adolescents with cancer, survivors, and their families. 🎗
02/13/2020
Eyelash extensions irritation: You probably don't have lice, but you might have mites
Full, long eyelashes are all the rage. If you have eyelash extensions or are considering getting them, read this article about the risk of getting lash mites and the importance of good eyelash hygiene.
usatoday.com
False eyelashes create a risk for an irritating buildup of demodex: the medical term for mites — not lice.
02/11/2020
Dr. Marvin Poston: Remembering an Industry Pioneer
Dr. Poston became the first African American to enlist at UC Berkley School of Optometry, the first African American licensed to practice optometry on the West Coast, AND the first African American named “Optometrist of the Year'' by the American Optometric Association! He later pioneered vision insurance programs alongside many outstanding accomplishments. Optometry today would not be the same without his many achievements.
newsroom.vspglobal.com
Something inspired us all to go into the field of optometry. For some, it was a mentor along the way. For others, it was an event or experience. Some of us had friends or family affected by conditions we could address as an optometrist, and that ...
02/07/2020
: Your pupils dilate when you look at someone you love!
02/06/2020
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of low vision and blindness in people 60 years and older. AMD can develop so slowly that an average person wouldn’t notice their vision getting bad until it is severe. Getting an eye exam done yearly is the key to early detection. To learn more click here: http://bit.ly/macular_degeneration
02/04/2020
The aim of World Cancer Day is to raise awareness and educate the world about cancer and it’s prevention. Not only is getting a yearly physical important but getting a yearly eye exam is just as important. Many forms of cancer can be detected during an eye exam, so make sure to schedule yours!
01/31/2020
Yes, there is such a thing! Ommetaphobia develops when someone experiences a bad situation or traumatic event occurs in their life involving eyes. For example, seeing an eye pop out of the socket, getting hit in the eye, or going blind in an eye.
01/30/2020
Reasons You Must Visit An Optometrist Once A Year – You Must Get Healthy
Why must I visit an optometrist once a year?! Here are few top reasons why you and your family should…
youmustgethealthy.com
Do you think the value of an annual eye exam is only updating your vision prescription? No, it’s not! It goes far beyond that. Let’s have a look at some of the top reasons why you and your family should visit one of the best optometrists at least once a year. Corrected Vision: Getting updated .....
01/23/2020
Video: What is Glaucoma?
What is glaucoma?
glaucoma.org
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that cause damage to the optic nerve. This 3-D animated video explains how glaucoma affects the eye.
01/20/2020
Today we honor the life and legacy of a great civil rights hero, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
01/16/2020
Woman Gets Parasitic Worms in Her Eyes After a Trail Run
A worm that normally infects cows gets into a woman’s eye after a trail run! This is the second human case of this kind…
livescience.com
Normally, this worm infects only cows.
01/10/2020
What “new” are you looking forward to this year? Comment below!
01/09/2020
Glaucoma, also known as "the sneak thief of sight," has no symptoms and once vision is lost, it's lost! The best way to protect your eyes is to get an eye exam done once a year. If glaucoma is detected early, treatment can begin to slow down the vision loss process. Schedule your yearly eye exam today!
01/04/2020
Happy Birthday to Louis Braille, the inventor of Braille! Did you know he was just 15 years old when he created a reading and writing system based on Charles Barbier’s night writing system?!
01/04/2020
Happy Birthday to Louis Braille, the inventor of Braille! Did you know he was just 15 years old when he created a reading and writing system based on Charles Barbier’s night writing system?!
01/01/2020
We would like to wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe new year! Happy 2020, the year of vision!
12/31/2019
Today is the last day of the year! We hope that 2019 has been great for everyone and 2020 will be even greater. How are you bringing in the new year?! Comment below!
12/29/2019
If you have vision insurance, make sure you "use it" before you "lose it" at the end of the year!
12/26/2019
Protect Your Eyes in the Winter - Your Sight Matters
Eye protection is important not only in the summer but in the winter as well. Here are some things to keep in mind for this winter.
yoursightmatters.com
When fall and winter approach, it is a struggle to remember the importance of eye protection.
12/25/2019
Wishing all of our friends, family, and patients a Merry Christmas!
12/23/2019
Happy Holidays to all of our friends and patients!
12/22/2019
Depending on the type of vision insurance you have, your benefits may expire annually.
12/21/2019
Happy First Day of Winter! Comment below what you love the most about the wintertime?!
12/19/2019
Some call it eye boogers, sleepers, mucus, eye discharge, or whatever you may call it! This buildup is natural. Technically known as rheum (pronounced “room”), is a collection of oil, mucus, cells, and debris from our tears that accumulate at the corners of our eyes while we sleep.
12/19/2019
Some call it eye boogers, sleepers, mucus, eye discharge, or whatever you may call it! This buildup is natural. Technically known as rheum (pronounced “room”), is a collection of oil, mucus, cells, and debris from our tears that accumulate at the corners of our eyes while we sleep.
12/15/2019
Don't let your vision benefits go down the drain!
12/13/2019
It’s almost that time of year again when gifts and toys flood the floors of our homes and eye safety is the last thing on our minds. The truth is, each year around this time our ER’s are treating thousands of toy-related injuries. Here are some top toys to avoid.