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As children, many of us were told that if we ate our carrots we would improve our eyesight. This notion dates back to World War II and a British propaganda campaign claiming that carrots can help you see in the dark. Ultimately it is a myth, but it is based …
When heading out in the summer sun, our mental checklist should always include sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. But why should your checklist have sunglasses on it, and why exactly is it so important to keep those baby blues protected? Effects of Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation What is UV Radiation? UVA …
On August 21st a total solar eclipse will stretch across the country. It will be visible in a band spanning from Oregon to South Carolina. You will be able to see the total solar eclipse in northeast corner of Georgia. Around the Atlanta area it will appear as a partial …
“I could see so well right after my cataract surgery, but I feel like my vision has gotten worse since then.” Patients reporting this type of symptom often have developed posterior capsular opacification, or PCO, behind the intraocular lens (IOL) implant. PCO is a relatively common occurrence after cataract surgery, …
Astigmatism is perhaps one of the most common conditions of the eye, yet one of the most misunderstood. The transparent layer of tissue at the front of the eye is called the Cornea. When the cornea or the lens is stretched to an imperfect curve, it leads to a degree …
Many of us see a slight deterioration in vision over time as normal. After all, most people need reading glasses as they enter ‘old age’, don’t they? While it’s true reading glasses are a common feature among the older generation, gradual loss of vision doesn’t always mean you simply ‘need …
Who Needs LASIK? If you wear prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses in order to see clearly, LASIK laser eye surgery might be right for you. Myopia – or nearsightedness, where only objects close to the eye are clear, and objects far away are indistinct or blurry Hyperopia – or farsightedness, …
Although you might not realize it, the winter months can wreak havoc on your eyes. Not only do you have to worry about protecting them from dry, cold conditions, but you also have to worry about the sunlight that reflects off of snow and ice into your eyes. In fact, …
Diabetic patients, particularly older ones, may present with several diabetes-related ocular complications on a daily basis. As eyecare providers, we are uniquely qualified to not only manage the disease’s ocular complications but to also educate patients on how best to take care of themselves. Here, I discuss diabetes in the …
The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for most people. Staying on the go throughout the day can be very hectic and stressful, which is the perfect way for accidents and injuries to occur. In order to stay safe this holiday season, you should take …