Through the Haze: Understanding the Impact of Wildfire Smoke on Eye Health and Well-being

As wildfires continue to ravage landscapes worldwide, the far-reaching consequences extend beyond environmental damage to encompass human health, including eye health. Exploring the intricate relationship between wildfire smoke and its effects on eye health and overall well-being provides crucial insights for individuals and communities alike. Let’s delve into this complex issue and analyze the multifaceted […]

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Should I Wear Eyeglasses or Contact Lenses? Making the Best Choice for Your Vision

Whether you choose to wear eyeglasses or contact lenses for vision correction mostly depends on personal preferences. Lifestyle, comfort, convenience, budget and aesthetics should all factor into your decision-making process. Before deciding between contacts and glasses, keep in mind that one is not necessarily better than the other; each has its pros and cons in terms of vision, ease […]

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Enhancing Lives: The World of Low Vision Devices

Vision is a fundamental sense that greatly influences our daily lives. However, millions of people worldwide experience visual impairments that make even simple tasks challenging. Low vision is a condition where an individual’s vision cannot be fully corrected with regular eyeglasses, contact lenses, or surgery. Fortunately, the world of low vision devices has expanded to […]

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Which Sunglasses Are Best For Eye Protection?

A pair of shades on your face does more than look good. It also protects your eyes from harmful ultraviolet (UV) light. That’s why it’s important to wear sunglasses throughout the year, whether it’s hot, cool, sunny, or cloudy outside. At Northeastern Eye Institute, we understand the importance of eye protection to help prevent optical […]

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Stress could contribute to vision loss

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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