Tag Archives: eye health
Why You Should Wear Your Sunglasses in the Winter, Too
In the summertime, we wear our sunglasses on a regular basis but we should also be wearing them during the winter months because ultraviolet light can damage our eyes any time of the year. Here’s why you should wear your … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Exams, Sunglasses for Safety
Tagged Eye disease, eye diseases, eye health, sunglasses
Comments Off on Why You Should Wear Your Sunglasses in the Winter, Too
Workplace Eye Injuries
Many job-related eye injuries happen every day. Some require medical treatment in hospital emergency departments and result in lost work days. The majority of these eye injuries are the end result of small particles or objects flying into the eye. Here’s … Read more..
Men Are More Likely to be Colour Blind
Most of us know that colour blindness isn’t true blindness. Colour blindness refers to the inability to distinguish between certain colours and it doesn’t mean that someone can’t see any colour, only that they have difficulty discerning between certain … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Exams, Eye Health, Vision Changes
Tagged Decreased color vision, eye health, vision changes
Comments Off on Men Are More Likely to be Colour Blind
Glaucoma Must Be Detected and Treated Early
Glaucoma is an eye disease causing gradual, ongoing damage to the optic nerve. Glaucoma must be detected and treated early in order to prevent vision loss and possible blindness. Causes of Glaucoma Although it is one of the leading causes … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Exams, Eye Health
Tagged eye exam, eye health
Comments Off on Glaucoma Must Be Detected and Treated Early
The Risks Associated with Buying Eyewear Online
Ordering eyewear online is very different from ordering the average consumer product. One study found that almost half of the contact lenses and eyeglasses ordered online failed at least one aspect of optical or impact testing. Let’s examine the … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Exams, Eye Health, Vision Changes
Tagged buy glasses online, eye health, glasses fitting
Comments Off on The Risks Associated with Buying Eyewear Online
Exercises for Your Eyes Can Help Improve Some Vision Problems
Exercising regularly can benefit our bodies, so why not our eyes? There is evidence that performing daily eye exercises can help to reduce headaches and eye strain. However, claims that certain techniques can improve your eyesight to the point … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Exercises, Eye Health
Tagged eye exercises, eye health
Comments Off on Exercises for Your Eyes Can Help Improve Some Vision Problems
5 Important Steps to Keep Your Eyes Healthy
Of all of your five senses, perhaps losing your eyesight would be the one you would least like to lose. Diminished sight can greatly reduce your quality of life. It would affect your ability to drive, play sports or even … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Exams, Eye Health
Tagged Eye disease, eye health, sunglasses
Comments Off on 5 Important Steps to Keep Your Eyes Healthy
How Vision Changes With Age – Part One
As we reach our 60s and beyond, our eyes as well as our physical strength, decline in the way they function. Here’s how vision changes with age: Normal Changes Some changes are perfectly normal and don’t signify a disease process. … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Doctor, Eye Exams, Eye Health
Tagged eye doctor, eye exam, eye health, vision changes with age
Leave a comment
The Truth About Five Common Eye Myths
Growing up, were you ever told to eat your carrots to improve your eyesight? Did your mother warn that sitting too close to the television would hurt your eyes? Here’s the truth about five common eye myths. Reading in the … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Doctor, Eye Exams, Eye Health
Tagged eye doctor, eye exam, eye health
Leave a comment
Why Regular Eye Exams Are Important
Whether you are young or old and regardless of your physical health, regular eye exams are important. It isn’t just about determining whether or not you need glasses and giving you a prescription. When your eye doctor gives you a … Read more..
Posted in : Eye Doctor, Eye Exams, Eye Health
Tagged eye doctor, eye exam, eye health
Leave a comment
