Category: Eye Health

The human body is incredibly interconnected. Trillions of cells, dozens of organs and a highly complex vascular system all work together to keep you alive and healthy. Consequently, if one of your body’s systems develops a problem, it can cause trouble in other seemingly unrelated areas. For example, many medical conditions that you may not… Read the full article

The aging process leaves its mark on nearly every part of your body — including your heart, brain, bones and skin — and your eyes are no exception. While you can’t stop the hands of time from marching on, you can empower yourself by learning what to expect as your eyes age. You can also… Read the full article

This summer season may look a little different from years past, with certain activities put on hold due to COVID-19. But chances are, some of your summer plans still involve spending quality time outdoors, enjoying the warm sunshine. You probably know how vulnerable your skin is to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, and likely take… Read the full article

Tunnel vision refers to the loss of peripheral (side) vision while central vision remains intact. As the field of vision narrows and the ability to see through the outer edges of the visual field are lost, it can create the sensation of looking through a peephole or a dark tunnel. If you have developed peripheral… Read the full article

Some of the risk factors for sight-stealing diseases like age-related macular degeneration and cataracts are out of our control. There is no way we can change our age, family history or race. But research suggests there are things in our control, like diet, that we can alter to reduce the risk of chronic eye diseases…. Read the full article