UV Rays and How they Affect Your Vision
July 15, 2024
Studies show that long-term exposure to bright sunlight may increase the risk of cataracts and growths on the eye, including cancer. UV rays reflected off sand and water can cause eyes to sunburn, potentially resulting in temporary blindness in just a few hours...
The Sun, UV Light and Your Eyes
July 1, 2024
Summer is here! It's hot outside, and the UV rays are high. Your skin isn't the only thing that needs protection, your eyes do, too! Here are some of the best practices for protecting your eyes this summer...
IMPORTANT! Fireworks Eye Safety
June 24, 2024
The numbers are clear: Fireworks are dangerous, and July 4 is especially risky for eye injuries.According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's most recent study on annual fireworks injuries, fireworks caused 8 deaths and 9,700 injuries in 2023. Nearly 66% of fireworks injuries treated in emergency rooms occurred from mid-June to mid-July...
June is Cataract Awareness Month!
June 3, 2024
Cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. If not treated, cataracts can lead to blindness. In addition, the longer cataracts are left untreated, the more difficult it can be to successfully remove the cataract and restore vision. During Cataract Awareness....
How to Clean Your Glasses (Safely!)
May 20, 2024
Follow these tips to clean your eyeglass lenses and frames without risk of scratching the lenses or causing other damage. These same tips apply for cleaning sunglasses, safety glasses and sports eyewear...
