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Viral Conjunctivitis or “Pink Eye”

Viral conjunctivitis commonly referred to as “Pink Eye” is a self-limited disease occurring mainly in children and young adults. It is harmless, but very annoying.  Commonly, the eye and the inside of the lids become red within a few hours.  In the morning, the lids are usually stuck together by [...]

Viral Conjunctivitis or “Pink Eye”

Nutrition and the Eye

Nutrition plays a very important role in the health of the entire eye. From the front of the eye to the back, various nutrients affect the comfort of the eye and caliber of the vision. Starting with ocular surface, the quality of the tear film can have a major effect [...]

Nutrition and the Eye

Glaucoma – The Sneaky Thief of Eyesight

Glaucoma is the leading cause of non-correctable blindness is the world. It is 50% more common than macular degeneration.

Glaucoma – The Sneaky Thief of Eyesight

Is There a Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Sunglasses for Eye Protection?

As long as sunglasses protect you from UV-A and UV-B wavelengths of sunlight, the sunglasses are OK. Look for the label on the sunglasses to see if they have the proper protection. The effects of UV radiation on the eye are complex and fall into three categories...

Is There a Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Sunglasses for Eye Protection?

Eye Fatigue

You may be experiencing Eye Fatigue. Recently one of my staff members asked why after several hours working on the computer her eyes felt tired, tearing and burning. There are several reasons including having the computer screen to close, glare from the screen or perhaps the climate.

Eye Fatigue
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