July is UV Safety Month
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When we think of Summer, images of beaches, theme parks, and outdoor sports and activities come to mind. While getting out of the house and doing things outside is generally considered to be healthy, there are risks involved, one of which is exposure to the dreaded UV light. Ultraviolet (UV) light refers to the region […]
Read MoreJune is Cataract Awareness & Fireworks Eye Safety Month
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Cataracts are a common point of discussion during eye examinations, simply because everyone will eventually develop them, and nearly everyone will require cataract surgery in their lifetime. To understand what a cataract is, it is first important to understand a bit about the anatomy of the eye. Within the eye, behind the iris (the colored […]
Read MoreMay – Healthy Vision Month
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Healthy vision involves several different elements including preventive eye care and appropriate management of existing eye conditions. Prevention begins with your first comprehensive, dilated eye examination. The American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends that infants should have their first eye exam at six months of age and continued yearly from age three unless recommended more frequently […]
Read MoreMarch – Workplace Eye Wellness
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Other than home, the place we spend the most time is at work. It’s the place we go to utilize our skills, talents, and training to provide for our families. While a great deal of fulfillment comes from work, we mustn’t lose sight of the fact that the workplace can be dangerous and the eyes […]
Read MoreFebruary: Age-Related Macular Degeneration Month
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When I discuss Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) with my patients, I always use the phrase, “it’s why seniors go blind.” While there are some exceptions, if you or a relative are an aged adult and have central vision loss, this is likely caused by AMD. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an […]
Read MoreDecember is Safe Toys & Celebrations Month
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The holidays are a time for family and friends to gather and celebrate. It seems like children always make these festivities more enjoyable. Children make lists for Santa Claus and they love opening and playing with their new toys. Like the fire from the fried turkey on Thanksgiving, injuries from toys could really put a […]
Read MoreNovember is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
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By: Dr. Terrance Hafner, O.D. You can’t feel it. You can’t see it – until it’s too late. Diabetic retinopathy, the most common form of diabetic eye disease, is the leading cause of blindness in adults age 20 to 74. It occurs when diabetes damages blood vessels in the retina. Diabetes retinopathy affects 7.7 million […]
Read MoreOctober is Contact Lens Safety Month
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By Dr. Thomas Hegland, O.D., Fall in Florida! The only change of colors you will see here are the colors of the license plates. Hopefully, there will be fewer high alerts for hurricanes as traffic is up, temps are down, and Homecomings and Halloween parties are flagged on families’ phones. It seems as though […]
Read MoreAugust is Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month
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By Tincy Thomas, OD, Board Certified Optometric Physician As the new school year begins, children will be participating in sports, hobbies, and school projects. It is important to ensure that their eyes are protected during these activities to prevent any damage to their developing eyes. There are many ways we can prevent eye injuries in children. […]
Read MoreJuly is Fireworks Safety Month
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By Kelly McLain, OD, Board Certified Optometric Physician Fireworks are a fun way for many to celebrate the anniversary of our country’s Independence. However, we must be careful handling them as they can cause severe damage to the eye and/or vision. A few of these injuries are rupture of the globe of the eye, chemical and/or […]
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