Dry eye can be a year-round problem. For some people, it may only feel like a minor irritation. For others, it can appear as a constant gritty feeling that they just can’t seem to shake. To help your eyes feel comfortable every day, we’ve provided some of our favorite tips for preventing dry eye. Ways […]
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“Ulcers” and “eyes”—those are two words you never want to hear used in the same sentence. Yet people who wear their contact lenses for too long risk that and more. Some individuals are more prone to risks associated with wearing contacts. Misuse and not caring for your contacts properly can cause issues such as ulcers
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As concern grows over blue light, you may wonder if you can get eye damage from cell phone use. Your vision is an essential part of your life, so it’s good and natural that you want to protect it. Fortunately, many of the so-called dangers from blue light are overexaggerated. Cell phones and other digital
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It would be nice if your eyes could clearly tell you that your glasses prescription wasn’t cutting it anymore. As it is, your eyesight can change so subtly that you don’t notice until your annual eye exam. Instead, you may notice one of the clear signs your eye prescription has changed. Clear signs that your
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As awareness of dry eye syndrome grows, more and more people are speaking up about its symptoms. This includes eyes that are: Dry Stinging Burning Gritty Red People who wear contacts are at an increased risk of dry eye syndrome. According to one study, 10 – 15% of wearers stop wearing contacts due to dry
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Taking a dip is one of the best parts of summer. Unfortunately, this is never a good idea if you wear contacts. Bacteria can use your contacts to infect your eyes and possibly cause long-term harm to your vision. In this blog, we look at how contact lenses and swimming don’t mix, along with how
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You know that a poor night’s sleep can affect your entire day. It can leave you feeling tired, making it hard to concentrate at work or at school. It can also cause you to wake up on the “wrong side of the bed,” affecting your attitude. With all the ways that poor sleep affects us,
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It’s easy for things to fall by the wayside in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. While it may be tempting to skip your annual eye exam, there are multiple reasons why you shouldn’t. If you have vision insurance or coverage under your medical insurance, you would be missing out on benefits that help
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Whether you’ve just started wearing prescription eyewear or have had them for years, it’s good to know how to take care of them. After all, your stylish frames or colored lenses aren’t just a fashion statement—they’re what help you see! By caring for your contact lenses and glasses properly, you will be able to see
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Any job site can be a dangerous place for your eyes. Flying debris and other dangers lurk around every corner. If you’re a welder, your job can be a major threat to your health. Not only are you working with flames, but the light it produces can damage your eyes in significant ways. This is
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