Astigmatism is one of those buzzwords in the eye care world that most people have heard of, but very few know what it actually means. Astigmatism is a disorder of the eyes that can cause the light to focus on two points instead of just one. This is caused by a misshapen cornea, which in […]
Digital devices are nothing new. From elementary school up to the workplace, more and more of life’s daily tasks are being conducted digitally. With this societal shift comes a lot more digital eye strain caused by using digital devices. So, what do we need to know in order to mitigate these risks? Everyone using mobile […]
There’s a statistically decent chance that you’re reading this post from an office. Whether you work from home or commute most days, it’s no secret that the typical office job requires long days in front of a screen. While this type of work might be unavoidable, the truth of the matter is that it could […]
If you wear contacts, you’ve been there. While most cases of wearing soft contact lenses are relatively uneventful, every so often you have a day where they just don’t feel right. Bad contact days are usually nothing to worry about, but once in a while, it’s a signal that something deeper is going on. It’s […]
It’s no secret that, after you, your child’s teacher is probably the most important adult in their life. Depending on where you live, your child spends anywhere from four to five days per week with their teacher. We all know that teachers are some of the best “noticers.” They know when your child is having […]
Over the last decade, workplaces have changed drastically. With more and more of our work being conducted digitally across all industries, people across the world are spending more and more time on the computer. Many of us are all but glued to the screen all day long! If that’s you, you’re probably not thinking about […]
Technology has become an even bigger part of life than it was even just a few years ago. Computers, cell phones, tablets, and video games are staples in homes and even schools these days. It’s no wonder that many parents don’t realize just how much time their children are spending on electronic devices, or, more […]
Anyone who ever said that school days were carefree doesn’t really remember the classroom. It can be high school or college; it doesn’t matter. You have to put up with an awful lot of stress. You also need to deal with possible eye strain, and that can be a problem. So, how can students reduce […]
Sadly, most of us will experience a decrease in vision as we age. As our body ages, some key functions lose strength and agility. Skin gets wrinkly, bladders get weaker, and vision gets less clear. Plus, various eye diseases are more common among older people. Developing difficulty seeing is just one more sign that we […]
In the past, when kids were not in school, they mostly spent their time roaming the outdoors, playing games with friends and exploring the surrounding area. Likewise, adults spent a large amount of their leisure time enjoying the outdoors, having barbecues, taking hikes, or pursuing home improvement projects. Video games and vision were the least […]
