Summer is a season full of sunshine, outdoor play, sports, and water adventures—especially for kids. While parents often remember to apply sunscreen, pack hats, and encourage hydration, summer eye protection for kids is also essential. Children’s eyes are more...
June is Cataract Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most common and treatable causes of vision loss worldwide. Cataracts are a natural part of aging for many, but that doesn’t mean they should be ignored. This Cataract Awareness...
When we think of sunburns, we usually picture red, peeling skin after a long day outdoors. But did you know that you can get sunburned eyes too? While it’s not as commonly discussed, sunburned eyes—technically known as photokeratitis—are real and potentially...
A stye, though small in size, can be a big source of discomfort and irritation. Often resembling a pimple or boil, a stye (also spelled “sty” and medically known as hordeolum) appears along the edge or inside of the eyelid. While generally not serious, styes can be...
If you’ve ever had a comprehensive eye exam, you’ve likely been asked more than just questions about your family eye health. It is standard practice for many optometrists to ask about the family eye health history. It might seem like a surprising or even...
Intraocular pressure (IOP), commonly referred to as eye pressure, is the fluid pressure inside your eye. Because high IOP is a significant risk factor for glaucoma, a disorder that can cause irreversible vision loss, it is essential to maintain ideal eye pressure....
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