Unraveling the Connection: How Stress Contributes to Vision Loss In a thorough analysis of hundreds of published research and clinical reports, it has been revealed that persistent psychological stress plays a significant role in the development and progression of vision loss. This exploration delves into the intricate relationship between stress and eye diseases, shedding light […]
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Protect Your Eyes in the Winter
Safeguarding Your Vision: Strategies to Protect Your Eyes in the Winter As winter arrives, and the cold, cloudy days set in, sunglasses may not be the first thing on your mind. Yet, neglecting winter eye protection can lead to painful temporary conditions and potential permanent eye damage. The Importance of Winter Eye Protection Were you […]
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Gaining Insight into Glaucoma: Recognizing the Impact As we embark on the new year, January unfolds not just as a fresh calendar page but as the designated month for Glaucoma Awareness. It’s a time to illuminate the silent thief of sight and underscore the importance of understanding and early detection. Unveiling the Enigma: The Spectrum […]
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It’s almost summer, and time to start stocking up on the universal sunny-day accessory: sunglasses. It might be tempting to grab a pair from your nearest dollar store and hit the beach. But if you do that, you probably won’t be doing yourself — or your vision — any favors. When you’re outside in the […]
Continue readingNovember is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
The month of November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. Diabetes has become so common in the United States that, according to the CDC’s statistical report on the disease, 9.3% of the population of the United States has the disease; this number translates to 29.1 million people. According to Prevent Blindness America, diabetes is the leading […]
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