People with cardiovascular disease may be at a higher risk of developing certain eye diseases including macular degeneration, retinopathy, retinal bleeding, a retinal vein occlusion, and blurred vision. Why is heart disease linked to eye disease? Good vision requires, among other factors, adequate blood circulation, and normal blood pressure. The eyes have a network of […]
Continue readingWhy You Regularly Need to Replace Your Sunglasses
Did you know that sunglasses, or at least sunglass lenses, regularly need to be replaced? According to a study conducted at the University of São Paulo, the UV protection that sunglasses provide deteriorates over time. You may adore your current ones, but if you’ve been rocking those shades for two or more years, it might […]
Continue readingBACK TO SCHOOL VISION TESTS – A MUST FOR STUDENTS
Heading back to school after summer break means it’s time to adjust those eyes to looking at the whiteboard and school books again. Hopefully, kids get an “eye break” over the summer while they play outside, go on adventures and practice reading for enjoyment rather than studying is a great way to help them exercise […]
Continue readingSunglass Lens Color Guide
Sunglass lens colors offer more benefits than you’d expect. Lens tint should be chosen based on more than just fashion. Learn more about each colored lens before ordering your next pair of sunglasses. Sunglass Lens Tint Brown Enhanced contrast Improved depth perception Great for different weather conditions No color distortion—good for driving Gray/Black True color […]
Continue readingDouble Vision and Cataracts
Double vision, like all sudden vision irregularities is definitely something to take seriously, especially if you’ve had no history of it in the past. Even if it’s a temporary thing, it’s still something you should talk to your eye doctor about, just in case. Known to the medical community as diplopia, double vision is when […]
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