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Celebrating Healthy Aging Month by Anisha Haji, O.D.

In September, the American Optometric Association observes Healthy Aging Month by educating seniors on how to care for their eyesight.


Should People With Chronic Dry Eye Wear Contacts?

Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears or the tears evaporate too quickly. This can lead to a range of symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and blurred vision, making daily activities challenging.


The Long-term Importance of UV Protection for Eye Health

You likely know that ultraviolet (UV) rays can hurt your skin and cause sunburn, wrinkles, and skin cancer. You have probably picked up that they can also harm your eyes and impair your vision, but how so? 


The Importance of Nutrition for Healthy Eyes

The foods you eat either have a positive or negative impact on your body. Living on processed or on-the-go food will eventually take its toll.


5 Reasons Why Ortho-k Is the Best Myopia Treatment Available

The oldest conceptualization of myopia was by Aristotle in 350 BC, who was the first to use a word close to myopia. He called it μύώψς (muoops), a Greek word that combined the two parent words, “close” and “eye.”


What Qualities Make a Good Eye Doctor?

Have you noticed vision issues recently? If so, do not be alarmed. You will not need to search too far. You have many options because there are tens of thousands of eye doctors in America.


Is Your Optometrist Screening for Progressive Keratoconus?

Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease that, if left untreated, may require a patient to undergo a corneal transplant in severe cases. As keratoconus progresses, a patient’s cornea thins and bulges into a cone shape. Patients with keratoconus experience distorted vision that is not correctable with glasses, and which may worsen as the disease progresses.


Managing Dry Eye Symptoms While Wearing Contact Lenses

Many people with dry eyes shy away from contact lenses due to the belief that the two do not mix well. But with proper care and attention, it is possible to wear contacts and manage dry eye symptoms. Here are some tips to help make the experience as comfortable as possible.


Choosing the Best Eye Doctor for Your Family

Finding a good eye doctor is essential to maintaining your family's eye health. A good eye doctor will meet your family's eye care needs. It is imperative to find one if anyone in your family has special eye care needs. 


Ask Your Eye Doctor for Optomap Retinal Imaging: Here's Why

Your eyes connect you to the world around you. They help you appreciate nature and your environment as you go about your daily activities. Unfortunately, some eye conditions can render your eyes blind.