June is Cataract Awareness Month!

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Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which cause cloudy, blurry, or dim vision and often develops with advancing age. This June, Eye Specialists of Mid-Florida joins with the American Academy of Ophthalmology in observing Cataract Awareness Month by sharing information everyone should know about the condition and its treatment. As everyone grows older, the natural […]

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Systemic Concerns and the Eye

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Many people think of the eye as an isolated organ.  Often, an initial reaction is to assume glasses need to be updated when trouble seeing arises.  I agree this is a good place to start; however, numerous health concerns can negatively impact vision.  This article will touch on several systemic (bodily) conditions that can affect […]

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea and the Eye

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Sleep apnea is a common but often undiagnosed disorder that has potentially serious general and eye health consequences.  Approximately 25% of men and 10% of women are affected, but unfortunately, 80% of these are undiagnosed.  High rates of undiagnosed patients may be due to the fact that the best test, a polysomnography sleep study, is […]

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Halloween Eye Safety 2020

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Halloween Eye SafetyDustin Dixon, O.D. Knock knock…trick or treat… A lot of your neighbors might be tempted to choose trick over treat during COVID Halloween 2020. If you plan to partake in the Halloween festivities of 2020, please do so with a clear vision of safety. The following are some of my pointers to observe […]

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October is Halloween Eye Safety Month

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It is that time of year for all to enjoy the cooler temperatures. Fall has arrived and we will be on the lookout for ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and other frightful creatures. As Halloween descends upon us, the Eye Specialists of Mid Florida family would like to remind you of some eye safety tips to better […]

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