May is Healthy Vision Month
Did you know that May is Healthy Vision Month? Healthy Vision Month promotes healthy habits when it comes to eye health while bringing awareness to common eye conditions. Regular eye exams and understanding any diseases you may be at risk for are vital to maintaining healthy vision. Several factors can compromise your vision, and you […]
Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. People with diabetes, especially those that are older, have a higher risk of a variety of eye-related conditions. This includes glaucoma and cataracts. The eye condition most closely linked to diabetes, though, is diabetic retinopathy. The condition is a direct result of having diabetes. If you have diabetes, […]
World Sight Day is October 8th
October 8th marks the 20th World Sight Day. This is an event held annually on the second Thursday in October by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, or IAPB. World Sight Day (WSD) is observed in countries all over the world. The goal of the day is to promote awareness and advocate for […]
Healthy Aging Month
September is Healthy Aging Month, as recognized by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. There’s more than one component of healthy aging. Your mental and physical health is, of course, the main area of focus. But a big part of your physical health is dependent on your vision. There are several eye-related conditions that can come […]
How Often Should I See My Eye Doctor?
Routine medical exams are an important part of staying healthy. Like you should see your doctor for a physical every year and have your teeth cleaned every six years, you need regular eye exams. But how often do you need them? The answer depends on a few things. General Eye Exams Having a comprehensive eye […]
Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
In August, the American Academy of Ophthalmology observes Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. As the summer comes to an end and the school year begins, it’s important to make sure your child is healthy and safe. Besides yearly pediatrician’s appointments, it’s also a good time for an annual eye exam. If your child is […]
UV Safety Month
July is UV Safety Month. You should practice UV safety all year, but it’s especially important during the summer. Why? Because the primary source of UV radiation is sunlight. This is something that’s more abundant during the summer. Being aware of the dangers of UV radiation and how to protect yourself is of the utmost […]
Healthy Vision Month
May is traditionally Healthy Vision Month, as recognized by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. May is the end of spring, and a time when we start thinking about summer plans. The sunny weather that comes with this time of year means you need to be extra careful about protecting your eyes. It’s also a time […]
Why You Should Take A Break From The Screens
With how popular screens have become in modern society, you’ve heard that too much screen time is bad for your health. It’s true that spending most of your day staring at a screen can negatively affect your health, especially your eyes. But since so many people rely on screens not only for entertainment but for […]
Workplace Eye Wellness Month
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month. This month, we’re promoting awareness surrounding eye safety at work. Today, you may not think about your eye safety, if you like so many, work in an office environment. Eye related problems are more common in office workers than those who work in jobs like construction. Why? Because of […]
