What to Do Before an Eye Exam?
About to come in for your eye exam? Start preparing with these 4 tips, to get the most out of your visit with your eye […]
Read MoreCan Sugar Affect Eye Health?
We all enjoy a sweet treat now and then, but too much sugar in our diet can come at a price. Here’s how eating excessive […]
Read MoreMacular Degeneration: Myths and Facts
Macular degeneration impacts the lives of nearly 10% of all adults—more than all other eye conditions combined. Let’s clear up some myths and facts on […]
Read MoreScience Needs Compassion
Have you ever wondered if the smile of a nurse or the bedside manner of a doctor actually increase the chances of positive treatment results? […]
Read MoreGuide to Low Vision Magnifiers
With the large variety of low vision devices now available on the market, our guide will help you choose a magnifier that best suits your […]
Read MoreCoping with Macular Degeneration
Around 40 percent of people diagnosed with macular degeneration suffer from depression. Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is a progressive eye […]
Read MoreIs It Safe to Drive With Macular Degeneration?
Central vision loss from macular degeneration (AMD) can significantly affect your daily functioning, including your ability to drive. Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular […]
Read MoreWhat’s Worse: High Myopia or Smoking?
Smoking can lead to the development of sight-threatening eye diseases — but did you know that myopia can also increase your risk of these serious […]
Read MoreShould I Be Worried About Myopia?
Myopia (nearsightedness) progression in children doesn’t only result in a rapidly increasing optical prescription, it can also lead to some serious sight-threatening eye conditions in […]
Read MoreCan Your Child Benefit from Myopia Management?
Myopia (nearsightedness) is a common vision problem that occurs when distant images appear blurry. Myopia occurs when the light entering the eye is focused in […]
Read MoreWhat Causes Night Blindness?
Night blindness (nyctalopia) causes reduced vision in low light conditions, and can be a source of fear and anxiety for those affected by it. Decreased […]
Read MoreWhat Is an OCT Eye Exam?
An optical coherence tomography scan (OCT scan) is a critical tool for early diagnosis of macular degeneration, glaucoma, retinal detachment, and diabetic retinal disease. An […]
Read MoreWhat Is a Digital Retinal Image?
Digital retinal imaging (DRI) is a quick and painless way for your eye doctor to look inside your eye and track changes to your ocular […]
Read MoreVisual Field Testing
What is a visual field test? Your visual field is simply all the areas you can see at one time. This area includes all the […]
Read MoreAmsler Grid Test: Screening for AMD
This article is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. If you notice any change in […]
Read MoreGuide to Sunglasses
Sunglasses are fashionable, but why are they so important? Most people are aware of the harmful effects ultraviolet (UV) radiation can have on the skin. […]
Read MoreMacular Degeneration
Have you been diagnosed with macular degeneration? Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is an ocular disease caused by deterioration of the […]
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