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TIRED EYES

Tired eye is another term for what is commonly known as eyestrain, ocular fatigue, or asthenopia. When eyes feel achy, weak, or heavy due to intense use. WHAT CAUSES TIRED EYES? Tired eyes can come from any number of activities. Some of the most common include;  Too little sleep,  Allergies, [...]

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AT WHAT AGE SHOULD A CHILD WEAR GLASSES?

The visual system in a child is still developing during the first seven to eight years of life. In some cases, glasses will be necessary to help normal visual development.  Optimal vision is essential to the learning process. Many people don’t realize how many problems poor vision can cause for [...]

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VISION WITH VITREOUS FLOATERS

The tiny black spots or thread that appear in your field of vision are called floaters. They are usually most noticeable when you look at a bright background such as a sky, and they seem to move as you move your eyes from one direction to another. Floaters can appear [...]

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EYE DROPS AND INSTILLATION

INTRODUCTION: Eye Drops are liquid drops that are topically instilled directly to the surface of the eye, usually in small amounts either in single or multiple drops. They may contain one or more medications used to treat a wide variety of eye diseases and inflammation. Depending on the condition being [...]

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LUTEIN AND ZEAXANTHIN

LUTEIN AND ZEAXANTHIN are powerful antioxidants that defend your body against unstable molecules called free radicals. They are important carotenoids, potent antioxidants that offer a range of health benefits, and they are best known for protecting our eyes.  WHAT IS AN ANTIOXIDANT? Antioxidants are substances that can prevent/slow down damage [...]

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IMPORTANCE OF REGULAR EYE EXAMINATIONS

The importance of annual eye exams go well beyond just making sure your vision is not blurry. Here are five reasons why eye exams are important and why you should have annual eye exams to safeguard your eye health and wellness.; Eye exams help children succeed in school. OK, this [...]

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EYE HEALTH AND DIET

How to Keep Your Eyes Healthy; Don’t take your eyes for granted. Take these easy steps to keep your eyes healthy. Eat Well Good eye health starts with the food on your plate. Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc, and vitamins C and E might help ward off [...]

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