July is dry eye awareness month and is much more prevalent condition than many people know. Beyond just an occasional nuisance brought on by allergies or other environmental factors, dry eye is a chronic condition affecting millions of Americans. This common issue can be a cause of serious vision problems—especially ...

Did you know that toys are responsible for nearly 1 in 10 injuries to children’s eyes that require a trip to the emergency room? Every parent and childcare worker wants to do all they can to keep the kids in their care safe, and although accidents happen, there are some ...

For people with diabetes, eye care is especially important. Over time, high blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes, this can lead to a condition called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma which occur earlier and more frequently in people ...

Nearsightedness – Myopia, often called nearsightedness, is one of the most common refractive errors. It simply means that you cannot see objects in the distance, but nearby objects are still clear. It is also sometimes referred to as shortsightedness. Myopia usually starts in childhood and affects about 1 out of ...