Category Archives: Eye Health
Men Are More Likely to be Colour Blind
Most of us know that colour blindness isn’t true blindness. Colour blindness refers to the inability to distinguish between certain colours and it doesn’t mean that someone can’t see any colour, only that they have difficulty discerning between certain … Read more..
Glaucoma Must Be Detected and Treated Early
Glaucoma is an eye disease causing gradual, ongoing damage to the optic nerve. Glaucoma must be detected and treated early in order to prevent vision loss and possible blindness. Causes of Glaucoma Although it is one of the leading causes … Read more..
The Risks Associated with Buying Eyewear Online
Ordering eyewear online is very different from ordering the average consumer product. One study found that almost half of the contact lenses and eyeglasses ordered online failed at least one aspect of optical or impact testing. Let’s examine the … Read more..
Exercises for Your Eyes Can Help Improve Some Vision Problems
Exercising regularly can benefit our bodies, so why not our eyes? There is evidence that performing daily eye exercises can help to reduce headaches and eye strain. However, claims that certain techniques can improve your eyesight to the point … Read more..
5 Important Steps to Keep Your Eyes Healthy
Of all of your five senses, perhaps losing your eyesight would be the one you would least like to lose. Diminished sight can greatly reduce your quality of life. It would affect your ability to drive, play sports or even … Read more..
Presbyopia and the Treatment Options Available
Presbyopia isn’t as scary as it sounds; it’s simply the technical term for farsightedness, a common change that happens to our eyes around the age of 40. Here’s some information about presbyopia and the treatment options available. What is Presbyopia? … Read more..
If You’re a Diabetic, Regular Eye Exams Could Save Your Sight
Diabetes is a leading cause of blindness among adults between the ages of 20 and 74. That’s a sobering thought. Experts say that regular eye exams could considerably reduce the risk of vision impairment or blindness associated with diabetes. Yet … Read more..
Information You Should Take With You to Your Eye Exam
Regular eye exams are the best way to retain your best vision for a lifetime. If you’ve made an appointment to see your eye doctor, there are things you should do, before the visit. Here’s the basic information you should … Read more..
How Vision Changes as We Age – Part Two
In a previous post, we discussed how, as we age, our eyes become subject to conditions such as farsightedness and cataracts. Here’s how vision changes as we age, part two, where we examine how aging can affect our eyes in … Read more..
How Vision Changes With Age – Part One
As we reach our 60s and beyond, our eyes as well as our physical strength, decline in the way they function. Here’s how vision changes with age: Normal Changes Some changes are perfectly normal and don’t signify a disease process. … Read more..