Vision Health

Be aware of your body's limits to prevent falls

12 Ways to Prevent Falls

While you probably didn’t consider falls a big deal when you were a kid, or even in your 20s and 30s, but falls as an older adult can be the start of more serious problems.

Sunglasses: More Than Just a Fashion Accessory

Sunglasses are an important part of proactively protecting your vision.

10 Tips for Healthy Eyes

Many of us take our vision for granted until there’s a problem. Here are 10 tips so you can show your eyes some love a...

Common Eye Diseases in Seniors

As you age, you're more at risk for eye diseases like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Getting routine eye...

Everything You Need to Know About Eye Exams

By this point in life, you’ve probably had an eye exam. Most likely (hopefully!) you have one every year whether you w...

Which Eye Doctor Do I Need?

Optometrist, ophthalmologist, optician—they all handle vision care, but who does what? If you’re ready to make your ...

Glaucoma

Glaucoma occurs when the pressure within the eye increases beyond normal levels. In a healthy eye, fluid drains through ...

Vision Exam vs. Medical Eye Exam

Terms like vision screening, routine, comprehensive, and medical eye exam may seem interchangeable, but there are notabl...

5 Things Your Optometrist Looks For

An annual vision exam is a simple, low-stress way to keep tabs on your eyes and overall health. Here are a few things yo...

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetes is a disease that affects the body’s ability to use and store sugar properly. When blood sugar gets too high,...

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