These days, eyeglasses can look pretty cool. Still, the day may come when your son or daughter asks you for contact lenses. How old do you have to be to wear contact lenses? There is no age limit: babies can wear them, and so can seniors. Many eye care professionals […]
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Is Your Child’s Vision Ready for School Success?
As parents, we are concerned about our students gaining the academic tools of phonics, reading comprehension, math and spelling. There are also important visual skills your child must master to be successful in the classroom. Research shows that 80 percent of what a child learns in a typical classroom is taken in through the visual […]
Continue readingMyopia (Nearsightedness)
What is nearsightedness? Nearsightedness, also known as myopia, is a common type of refractive error where close objects appear clearly, but distant objects appear blurry. Symptoms Nearsightedness symptoms may include: Blurry vision when looking at distant objects The need to squint or partially close the eyelids to see clearly Headaches caused by eyestrain Difficulty seeing while […]
Continue reading3 Summertime Dangers & 9 Ways Of Protecting Your Eyes In The Summer
Summertime is time for fun and relaxation. But dangers can lurk around every swimming pool, campsite and barbeque. Here are some things you should know on how to take care of your eyes during the summer months. Summertime Danger #1: UV-rays Exposure We all know that excessive sun exposure is bad […]
Continue readingWorkplace Eye Wellness: The Dangers of Blue Light
When people think of workplace dangers to the eyes, it is usually machinery, chemicals or construction materials that come to mind. However, a growing danger to the eyes is one that may be less obvious – exposure to blue light from digital devices, television and computer screens and artificial lighting. While the long-term effects […]
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