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Vitamin C may slow progress of cataracts

Vitamin C may slow progress of cataracts

A diet rich in the antioxidant vitamin C appears to help keep cataracts away, according to a study published March 23 in the journal Ophthalmology. Genetics pla

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April 11, 2016

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Sore Eyes

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Sore Eyes

Why are my eyes itching? Itchy eyes are a common sign of tiredness, but if your eyes are often pink and itchy, your eyelids are raw and your eyelashes are crust

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March 21, 2016

Save Your Vision Month: Counsel patients about digital eye strain in the workplace

Save Your Vision Month: Counsel patients about digital eye strain in the workplace

The average U.S. worker spends seven hours a day on the computer either in the office or working from home. And according to AOA’s 2015 American Eye-Q® survey,

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February 29, 2016

Eye Exams: Why You Should Get One Every Year

Eye Exams: Why You Should Get One Every Year

When you’re a child, it’s easy to get an eye exam because the adult in your life, be them your parent or caretaker, makes sure that you make it to your appointm

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February 15, 2016

February: Low Vision Awareness Month

February: Low Vision Awareness Month

Low vision is a loss of eyesight that makes everyday tasks difficult. A person with low vision may find it difficult or impossible to accomplish activities such

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February 1, 2016

Love Your Eyes to Protect Against Macular Degeneration

Love Your Eyes to Protect Against Macular Degeneration

American Academy of Ophthalmology provides tips for saving seniors’ sight from age-related macular degeneration. SAN FRANCISCO – Jan. 19, 2016 – Seniors are at

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January 24, 2016

With Climate Change, Prevention Matters More Than Ever

With Climate Change, Prevention Matters More Than Ever

Sue Lowe, O.D., has a regular spiel with patients—and it goes beyond the usual suggestions to wear sunglasses, rest their eyes or look away from their computers

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December 31, 2015

7 Things You Can Do Right Now to Protect Your Vision

7 Things You Can Do Right Now to Protect Your Vision

The majority of us spend all of our work and free time in front of one form of digital device or another. It’s not difficult to protect your eyes from damage ca

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December 1, 2015

Eye Allergies: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Eye Allergies: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

If you have ever had periods when your eyes are red, itchy, watery, when you sneeze or experience pain, then you know what an eye allergy is and how uncomfortab

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November 23, 2015

Diabetes Awareness Month • Facts About Diabetic Eye Disease

Diabetes Awareness Month • Facts About Diabetic Eye Disease

What is diabetic eye disease? Diabetic eye disease is a group of eye conditions that can affect people with diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy affects blood vessels

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November 17, 2015

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