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Summer is coming, bringing with it extended daylight hours and abundant sunshine! With the arrival of the warmer months, many of us find ourselves spending more time outdoors. This increased exposure to sunlight also increases our exposure to harmful UV radiation. It's crucial to protect our eyes...

Congratulations on your new glasses! It’s exciting to get a new pair of glasses that not only helps you see better but also makes a fashion statement. However, if you’re experiencing dizziness or disorientation after wearing your new glasses, you may wonder why this is happening. Don’t worry; we’...

Do you recall learning about eye anatomy in biology class? Whether you're well-versed in the topic or didn't delve into it much, we're passionate about keeping our patients well-informed on everything related to the eyes. Within a space not much larger than a golf ball, our eyes convert light pho...

It might surprise you how different eyesight and eye health can be between the sexes. For instance, men are at a higher risk of sustaining serious eye injuries, while women are generally more susceptible to various eye diseases. Given these distinctions, what steps can both men and women take to ...

Visual skills are the unsung heroes in athletic performance. When envisioning the quintessential athlete, attributes like speed and strength typically dominate our perceptions. However, just as vital, yet often overlooked, are an athlete's visual skills. The ability to rapidly process and react t...

When we rub our eyes, we might be jeopardizing our eye health. Rubbing our eyes is often an automatic response during moments of fatigue, discomfort from a foreign object, or sensations of dryness and itchiness. While it might seem like a quick fix, this action can actually escalate the issue. Th...

It's hard to enjoy the sights and smells of springtime through seasonal allergies. Nearly one in every four people (kids and adults alike) experience seasonal allergies. What exactly causes these symptoms, such as redness, puffiness, and itchiness in our eyes during spring? While allergies are a ...

Progressive lenses are a great solution for those who need help with both near and distance vision. But how do you know when it’s time to make the switch? In this blog post, we’ll share the signs that you should get progressive lenses and why they could be the perfect option for your vision needs...

Why do we need to blink so often? If you take a moment to tally your blinks over a minute without altering your natural rhythm, you'll likely find that an adult blinks between ten to twenty times each minute, with each blink lasting only about a tenth of a second. Blinking: A Natural Eye Refreshm...

Before you seek a sun-kissed glow, understand the perils of indoor tanning booths. These risks extend beyond skin health to encompass serious threats to our eyes. A coalition of medical professionals, including physicians, dermatologists, surgeons, and eye specialists, recently testified before C...