Did you know that January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month? As the new year kicks off, one important resolution is to learn more about this disease and what we can do to prevent it, both for ourselves and for our loved ones. Glaucoma is a dangerous disease, largely because its symptoms onset suddenly. This is […]
There’s a reason glaucoma has the reputation of being the “sneak thief of sight,” as the loss of vision typically occurs over a long period. And, it’s often only detected when the disease has already become quite advanced. People suffering from glaucoma, unfortunately, don’t have many options, so they may resort to laser eye surgery, […]
Omega fatty acids are all the rage in the health sphere. They are known to help with joint health, hair, skin, and nails, and even brain function. But what about your eyes? Just how do Omega fatty acids benefit your eye health? As we’ve discussed before, there is such a thing as good fat, and one perfect […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with glaucoma or high pressure in your eyes, you’re not alone; glaucoma is, unfortunately, a very common eye disease that affects the aging population. About three million Americans have glaucoma, but only half are aware of it. Untreated, glaucoma can lead to blindness. In fact, glaucoma is the second leading cause […]
