Estrogen-Only Therapy in Women Associated With Lower Risk for Glaucoma
Researchers might want to start exploring estrogen as a way to treat glaucoma. That’s because a recent study by an ophthalmologist at the University of
Your Cataract Risk Can Be Cut By Quitting Smoking- But Start Now
In a recent study, Swedish researchers found that male smokers are 45% more likely than men who have never smoked to have a cataract removed.
Understanding Comprehensive Eye and Vision Exams
It’s easy for us to forget about taking care of our eyes, especially if they seem to be working just fine. But an important part
Do You Have Diabetes? There’s an App for That.
Even though diabetes can affect your everyday life, it can be hard to manage when times get busy. Fortunately, there are a variety of apps
Teaching Your Children to Care for Their Eyes
Children require a lot of care. Most parents make sure the fingernails are clipped, the sunscreen is slathered on, the cut is covered with Neosporin
Preventing Macular Degeneration
As we age, our eyes become susceptible to a variety of disorders. One of the most common and damaging is age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Macular
Want an Instant Vision Fix? Self-Adjusting Glasses May Be For You
As we get older, our eyes get a little cantankerous. Those who’ve never had a vision problem suddenly can’t see up close, and those who
Preventing Dry Weather Nosebleeds
If you’re suddenly experiencing nosebleeds, it might be because of the cooler, and drier, winter air. Nosebleeds are not unusual, especially in children under the
New Treatments for Diabetic Retinopathy
One vision problem that’s more common than you might think is diabetic retinopathy, which the National Institute of Health estimates affects 40- 45% of all