The skin around your eyes are the thinnest on the body and is the most susceptible to ultraviolet radiation. Exposure to excessive amount of UV radiation over a short period of time can cause extreme sensitivity to light and excessive tearing. It can be painful and feel like a sunburn to the eye. The longer … Read more
Whether you are a beginning or aspiring swimmer, or are just considering going out to swim in a pool for fun this Summer, it is important that you always wear goggles for eye protection while in the pool. If you are an experienced swimmer, you are already well aware of this. Goggles are a must-have … Read more
Eye care is vital to our children’s health, especially in the heat of the summer. As the weather warms up, children spend more time outdoors – leaving them exposed and vulnerable to harmful UV-rays. It is important to ensure children are protected from sun exposure, humidity and dehydration to help reduce the risk of vision … Read more
Polarized lenses are not only popular among boaters, outdoor enthusiasts and fishermen but also skiers, bikers, golfers, and joggers. As the average consumer spends more time outdoors, the interest in polarized lenses and its benefits has increased. But how do polarized sunglasses work? Polarized lenses have several benefits including reduced glare and better vision for … Read more
Benefits of Vitamin A for Your Eyes and Vision For your vision and eyes, Vitamin A has many benefits, including: Protecting the surface of the eye Serves a protective barrier from eye infection Treatment and prevention of dry eyes Reduced risk of macular degeneration Soothes eye inflammation Reduces stress on our eyes from the sun … Read more
Allergies can affect the body in a variety of different ways, but it seems that the eyes take quite the beating when it comes to allergies. The most common types of allergens include pollen, dust (and dust mites), wasp and bee stings, mold, pet dander and even some chemicals found around the house. In addition … Read more
Sunglasses are more than just a fashion statement. They should be used to help protect your eyes from the sun and its harmful UV rays. However, it might not be that easy to know how to go about picking the right sunglasses for you. There are a number of factors when considering how to choose … Read more
There are several causes of blindness but the leading causes include ocular complications of diabetes, macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, and traumatic injuries. Other causes of blindness include vitamin A deficiency, retinopathy of prematurity, blood vessel diseases involving the retina or optic nerve including stroke, infectious diseases of the cornea or retina, retinitis pigmentosa, primary or … Read more
When we hear about a mirage, our minds picture an image of a dehydrated individual stumbling through the desert and thirsting for water. In their delusion, they see what looks like a section of water in the vast sand. When they finally muster up their last reserves of energy climbing towards that vision, they are … Read more
Your eyes are an important part of your body that you need in order to function every single day. If you were to lose your eyesight, just think about how different your life would be than it is today. Big things like your job or driving, but also everyday things, like getting up and around … Read more