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The second leading cause of blindness has no warning signs and some surprising risk factors. We may not notice changes in pressure until our car tire is flat or our garden hose is bursting with water. Pressure plays an important role in daily life and a very important one in eye health.   Un...

Put your practice on the path to success in the new year with these productivity tips from Dr. Walt West. When I started my first optometric practice, I knew little to nothing about business management. But, to be fair, that’s true of most optometrists. One of the things I clearly didn’t do w...

When the snow and cold of winter begin to roll in, we often take steps to protect ourselves from the impending cold and flu season. But it may surprise you to know that the cold of winter may have a few potential risks in store for our vision as well. 3 Factors That Impact Vision in Winter #1: Dr...

When it comes to reading, there are some key differences between computer screens, e-readers, and printed books and newspapers. The question is, how does each affect our eyes? Reading On A Screen May Make Our Eyes Work Harder Computer screens, smartphones, and tablets display text and images diff...

Indoor tanning beds are infamous for their dangerous effects on skin. What most people don't realize is that the very thing in tanning beds that causes skin cancer (ultraviolet radiation) can also damage your vision. Indoor Tanning Is Risky Business Indoor tanning initially gained its popularity ...

During the course of our lifetime, our eyes witness countless breathtaking moments. Whether we're surrounded by a beautiful landscape or simply seeing the joy in a loved one's face, we want to see these moments as clearly as possible—no matter what stage of life we're in. Vision Changes Ar...

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...