Child’s Eye Health Tips
Our world is becoming more digital every day, so we must protect our kids’ eyesight. So, whether you’re a parent or grandparent, here are some child’s eye health tips that can help to keep their future bright.
The Importance of Wearing Sunglasses
We have seen countless trends come and go, but one accessory has stood the test of time—sunglasses. Sunglasses play a vital role in protecting our eyes and enhancing our well-being. We will cover the importance of wearing Sunglasses and why they should be part of our daily lives.
Seven Interesting Eye Facts Everyone Should Know
The human eye is a marvel of biology and technology, a complex organ that allows us to see and experience the world around us. From its intricate structure to its incredible abilities, the human eye is a fascinating subject that has captivated scientists, doctors, and enthusiasts for centuries. Every health enthusiast should know some interesting eye facts about the human body.
How Vision Therapy Helped My Child Overcome Her Struggles in Kindergarten
Before vision therapy Gretchen’s family had multiple discussions with the school regarding special education and being held back. They placed Gretchen in the school RTI (response to intervention) program regarding reading struggles. Gretchen was experiencing struggles in kindergarten with handwriting and had a hard time with reading sight words. Also, she lacked confidence and was […]
Lab-Grown Retinal Eye Cells Could Offer A Possible Cure For Blindness
New Study with Stem Cells Offers Possible Cure for Blindness In a groundbreaking study, researchers have successfully grown retinal eye cells in a laboratory and have made successful connections with the existing cells. This development is a major step forward in the treatment of eye diseases and possible cure for blindness. This study could pave […]
Normal Eye Pressure and Glaucoma
Glaucoma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Glaucoma is a serious eye disease that can lead to blindness if left untreated. It affects people of all ages, but the risk increases with age. According to the World Health Organization, glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide! We will discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatment of […]
Myopia Management for Children
How Does Uncontrolled diabetes Impact Eye Health?
Why We Have Different Eye Colors : What Science Can Show Us
Melanin, the same compound that determines skin and hair color, is also responsible for why we have different eye colors. Melanin helps to protect the eye by absorbing light (including some UV light) that hits the iris, which is the part of the eye that controls the amount of light that reaches the retina. How […]
Diabetic Eye Exams Are More Important Than You Think!
Diabetes is a disease that can negatively affect health in many ways, including healthy eyesight. Diabetes brings with it an increased risk of developing several different eye diseases. These are grouped under the umbrella term “diabetic eye disease,” and they include cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic macular edema (DME), and diabetic retinopathy. With all of these combined, […]