Dealing with Dry Eyes
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April is the month we are focused on women’s health. Since dry eye is more prevalent in women, I want to talk about dry eye. Dry eye is a frequent problem challenging eye care physicians on a daily basis. What does “dry eye” mean? The function of the blinking lid is to lubricate the surface […]
Read MoreWorkplace Eye Wellness Month
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The eye is often taken for granted, and people rarely consider the health of their eyes. Almost 2,000 people a day injure their eyes while working. The majority of these injuries are due to particle abrasions or chemicals. Wearing proper eye protection could have prevented 60% of these work-related eye injuries. A recent survey found […]
Read MoreDetecting Macular Degeneration
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We are seeing more cases of macular degeneration than ever, in large part due to the growth of the aging population. Approximately 7 million Americans have some form of this disease, but will not realize it until they begin to suffer vision loss. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in the elderly. The […]
Read MoreKeratoconus
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It is estimated that 1 in 2000 people have Keratoconus. Keratoconus is a condition where a bulge or steepened area develops within the cornea resulting in blurred and distorted vision. Keratoconus typically begins in the second to third decade of life. Early Keratoconus often causes the patient to complain of blurred or double vision. While […]
Read MoreSafe Toys & Celebrations Month
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by Catherine Borgeson, O.D., Board Certified Optometric Physician The holidays are a wonderful time of the year, filled with dazzling decorations, sparkling lights, and gleeful gatherings of friends and families. There’s shopping to do, places to go, and decorations to put up. The hustle and bustle of the holidays can be stressful, no need to […]
Read MoreSpecialty Contact Lenses
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By Stuart Harrell, O.D. Board Certified Optometric Physician Specialty contact lenses encompass a variety of lenses to help with many different problems. Keratoconus Pellucid Marginal Degeneration Post Corneal Transplant Surgery Severe Dry Eye Corneal Scars (trauma, infection) Large amounts of Astigmatism Discomfort with current contacts Progressive nearsightedness (typically young children that are getting more nearsighted […]
Read MoreDiabetic Eye Disease Month
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By Terrance Hafner, O.D., Board Certified Optometric Physician November is National Diabetic Awareness Month and the doctors at Eye Specialists of Mid•Florida want to raise awareness about diabetes and the effects it can have on the eyes. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in the United States in adults. Over the past several years, […]
Read MoreHalloween Safety Month
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Written by: Edward Attaway, O.D. Board Certified Optometric Physician For thousands of years, the transition from Fall to Winter has been recognized by many societies as a time for celebration. From the ancient Celts to modern day societies the various rituals often included the wearing of costumes, and gatherings to celebrate the harvest, honor the […]
Read MoreChildren’s Eye Health And Safety Month
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Children require clear, concise vision to be successful in school and extracurricular activities. We use our eyes to read, write, throw a ball, utilize computers, and watch TV. As children advance in school, the demand for clear vision increases because they spend more time reading and learning. Thus, any vision problems should be addressed at […]
Read MoreUV Safety For Your Eyes For Eye Protection
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By Kelly McLain, O.D.Board Certified Optometric Physician Most people understand the link between ultraviolet (UV) radiation and skin cancer. It is important that just as many are aware of the connection between UV radiation and eye damage. In this month’s blog, we will discuss the dangers UV light can cause to the health of the […]
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