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Our sense of vision is a wonderfully beautiful and complex part of our everyday life. On an average day it may be easy to take it for granted, but it's important to take time to recognize what makes all of that beauty possible—our eyes! We'd like to celebrate our fascinating eyes by sharin...

We all have a nightly routine. But what we may not realize is that some of our bedtime habits could be harming our eyes and overall health. Here's a few helpful tips to help you get some better shut-eye: Take Your Contacts Out Before Going To Sleep We know that after a long day it can be hard to ...

Did you know that roughly a quarter of a million children are seen in hospital emergency rooms each year due to toy-related injuries? About half of these injuries are to the head and face, and many affect the eyes. While they may be fun to buy for birthdays and other occasions, certain toys pose ...

The way we perceive the world depends largely on our mood. Have you ever felt angry and as a result, little things annoyed you that usually wouldn't? Have you ever felt so happy that seemingly nothing could bring you down? We have all had these experiences, but did you know that something si...

More than 29 million people in the United States are living with diabetes. 86 million Americans—more than one out of three—have prediabetes, and vision problems are one of the foremost complications accompanying this disease. It is important to know what those problems are and, most important...

Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over the age of 40 and are the principal cause of blindness throughout the world. Considering the prevalence of this medical condition, we want to make sure you know the facts about cataracts, their signs and symptoms, and treatmen...

Undetected vision problems can affect children in every aspect of their lives. Even as an infant, poor vision can affect a child’s behavior, learning and development, and much more. According to the American Optometric Association, infants should have their first comprehensive eye exam at the a...

We've heard more than once that carrots are good for our eyes. But they're certainly not the only food that can benefit our sight! Here are some of our favorite foods that help promote and maintain healthy eyes. Vegetables And Leafy Greens Have you ever wondered why they say carrots are so good f...

Astigmatism may be one of the most commonly misunderstood eye conditions. Many believe it's caused by improper lighting, that it can lead to more serious eye problems, or—something we’ve all likely thought at some point—that it's called "a stigmatism." The Basics Of Astigmatism So let’s c...

It's been a long day. As you lay down in bed, you dispel all the stresses and frustrations and instead focus on one mental image: one beautiful picture that reminds you just how lucky you are, a moment that always makes you smile. Can you see it? What's The Most Beautiful Thing You've Ever S...