Common childhood infections have varied over the decades due to changes in public health measures, access to vaccinations & medications and advancements in healthcare. Most people can easily name a widely contagious condition that was a customary occurrence in their youth; 1980s and ‘90s kids remember chickenpox, early 2000’s kids…
Published: December 18, 2024 Read Post
Lazy eye, amblyopia, is a condition where one eye fails to achieve normal visual acuity, despite the use of glasses or contact lenses. This happens because the brain and the affected eye are not working together properly, leading to decreased vision in that eye. Strabismus, commonly known as crossed eyes,…
Published: December 4, 2024 Read Post
After the age of 40, many people experience noticeable changes in their eyesight and overall eye health due to natural aging processes. These changes are typically related to the following factors: Presbyopia: One of the most common age-related changes is presbyopia, which affects near vision. Presbyopia occurs because the natural…
Published: November 18, 2024 Read Post
There is no avoiding environmental conditions. Exposure to ultraviolet rays, dry and windy conditions, pollution and allergens, extreme hot and cold temperatures, chlorinated water, and in today’s digital age, screen time, all impact eye health. And each of these environmental factors impacts individuals uniquely. Understanding which of these external conditions…
Published: November 4, 2024 Read Post
Young children often cannot articulate vision issues because they may not realize their vision is impaired, assuming their experience is normal since they have no point of comparison. Unlike adults, children lack the vocabulary and self-awareness to describe what they see or to recognize visual abnormalities. Additionally, vision problems can…
Published: October 18, 2024 Read Post
Each eye captures a slightly different image due to their distinct positions. Our brain processes and unites these 2 images. How do our eyes and brain work together to create the perception of a 3-dimensional world? Binocular vision refers to the use of both eyes to view an object. Our…
Published: October 4, 2024 Read Post
Accepting the aging process is a transformative shift in thinking, embracing natural changes to the body and mind. Although every wrinkle and gray hair is a reminder of time steadily passing by, there are physical impacts that extend beyond aesthetics. The eyes allow us to appreciate the beauty and richness…
Published: September 18, 2024 Read Post
Long summer days are equally matched with long periods of dark winter. While sunrise and sunset times change and the duration of light and dark ebb and flow, nighttime spans a significant portion of a complete 24-hour day. Without the natural illumination of sunlight, night vision may be challenging. Whether…
Published: September 4, 2024 Read Post
From blinking reflexes to tear production, our eyes are remarkable organs that possess a range of natural defenses to safeguard against external threats and maintain optimal health. Blinking is a natural and involuntary action that helps to protect the eyes from foreign particles, dust and debris. Tears play a multifaceted…
Published: August 18, 2024 Read Post
Glaucoma is known as the “silent thief of sight” due to its asymptomatic progression until vision is compromised in the advanced stages. Glaucoma is not a single eye disease but rather a group of diseases that share a common feature-damage to the optic nerve. The optic nerve is responsible for…
Published: August 4, 2024 Read Post