Since June is cataract awareness month, I thought I would talk a little today about the most common thing we see in patients over the age of 60. We are often asked questions daily about cataracts, more often than not by baby-boomers. Usually the question is "will I get cataracts?" The answer is yes, we all do eventually.
Proper Eye Care Essential for Americans with Diabetes
Posted on: November 5th, 2015Source: Optometry News - Topix
In addition, diabetes is the leading cause of new cases of blindness among adults. During American Diabetes MonthA , the American Optometric Association reminds those with diabetes that it's essential to schedule yearly, comprehensive eye exams in order to help detect and prevent eye and vision disorders related to diabetes.
Making the connection between eye health and childhood behaviour
Posted on: November 5th, 2015Source: Optometry News - Topix
While they live on opposite sides of the country, Morgan Coveyduck of St. John's, Newfoundland, and Rhiana Jorde of Clyde, Alberta, have several things in common. Now eight and 12 respectively, both girls struggled in school from the start - at first having difficulty recognizing letters, then lagging behind their peers in reading and math.
Will Your Child Become Nearsighted? One Simple Way To Find Out
Posted on: April 6th, 2015Source: Optometry News - Topix
This is for everyone whose parents said, "Sitting too close to the TV is going to ruin your eyes." In other words, pretty much all of us.
What are the health benefits of zinc?
Posted on: February 4th, 2015Source: Eye Health News & Blindness News from Medical News Today
Find out about the potential health benefits of zinc including maintaining skin integrity and structure, aiding growth in children and fighting age-related macular degeneration.