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Are Digital Devices Affecting Your Eye Health?

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Eye Health

Have you ever considered how we managed our daily lives before having tablets or smartphones? These electronic devices, including laptops, command our attention during work, relaxation, and play. A study released by Deloitte found that Americans collectively check their smartphones upwards of 8 billion times per day. According to Deloitte, Americans across all age groups check… Read More

September Is Healthy Aging Month

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Eye Health

September is Healthy Aging Month, which is the perfect time to share information about your eye health. As we age, we become wiser, and our health becomes more important. There is much appreciation for the improvements in medicine; we live longer lives now. As such, it is even more critical than ever before to develop… Read More

Seeing Clearly and Driving Safely

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Conditions

Your eyesight is considered the most important of your five senses, so taking good care of your eyes is critical. Good eye health is vital for safe driving, and even a slight adjustment in your eyesight affects how well you can see objects in the distance. What Are the Visual Functions Necessary for Driving? The… Read More

Physical Exercise is Good For Your Eyes

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Eye Health

Did you know that physically active people appear to have a 73 percent lower risk of developing glaucoma? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, people who engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity may be able to lower their risk of glaucoma significantly. Researchers reported a 73 percent decline in the risk of developing… Read More

Your Eyes As You Age: What To Know

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Conditions, Eye Health, News

Beginning in the early to mid-40s, many adults may start to have issues seeing clearly, especially when reading and working on a digital device. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, adults develop this typical problem between 41 to 60. This average change in the eye’s focusing ability, called presbyopia, will continue to progress over… Read More

Feast Your Eyes On Healthy Foods

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Eye Health

Did you know that healthy eating habits may delay age-related macular degeneration? According to the National Institutes of Health, it takes an average of 66 days for a new behavior to become automatic. Healthy eating is not just good for your eye health, but your overall health, and developing a healthy eating habit is always… Read More

What Are The Makings of The Human Eye?

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Eye Health

Did you know that the human eye is a marvelous engineering feature? The human eye is one complex organ we should not take for granted. The miracle of seeing the beautiful world around you is the greatest gift we have as individuals. The uniqueness of these mysterious organs is why eyes make all magical experiences… Read More

Know The Facts About How Glaucoma And Sleep Apnea Are Linked

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Eye Health

Do you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts while sleeping. OSA symptoms include loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, feeling sleepy during the day, and waking with a headache. Leaving this condition untreated may lead to serious health problems like stroke,… Read More

What To Know About Color Blindness

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Eye Health

Color blindness happens when you cannot see colors correctly, also known as color deficiency. Color blindness occurs when someone is unable to distinguish between specific colors. Color Blindness usually happens between greens and reds and occasionally blues. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, two types of cells detect light in the retina. The Rods detect… Read More

Are Your Eyes Prepared For Fun In The Pool?

Posted by: Scott and Christie Eyecare Associates in Eye Health

Having fun at the pool or doing water aerobics this summer can be a great way to cool off from the heat. Chlorine and Saline do a great job keeping the water clean, but they can also be hard on your eyes. Pools Are Tough on the Tear Film Chemicals in pool water wash away… Read More

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