EYE CARE TIPS

Funny thing about life—we might not realize how much we value something until we lose it. Take your vision, for example: Day in and day out, your eyes help you do the things you need to do. Moreover, your vision helps you fully enjoy life and all it has to offer. You hardly think about …

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Although vision problems potentially affect everyone on Planet Earth, statistics in general show that women face greater risks than men. Menopause accounts for much of this increased risk, from irritating conditions like chronic dry eye to even more serious diseases. “The hormonal changes occurring during menopause often give rise to a number of eye-related health …

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$300 million: That’s the estimated economic impact each year of on-the-job eye injuries. Employers bear the brunt of these costs in medical treatment, lost time and productivity. But workers may also pay a price—in pain, debilitation and even potential visual impairment. And, the most staggering statistic of all? According to many frontline eye care providers, …

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An estimated 3 million Americans currently have some form of glaucoma, a serious eye disease that accounts for some 120,000 cases of blindness each year. But there’s something even more stunning about these numbers: Experts estimate only about half of those affected know they have the disease. “We often refer to glaucoma as the ‘silent …

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The holidays are once again upon us: time for family gatherings, lots of food—and presents! And for kids (and maybe a few adults), the latter means the latest and greatest toys. But before the “Great Day of Unwrapping,” it’s worth weighing your toy gift purchases carefully. It’s one of life’s sad facts, but some toys …

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Over the last two decades, cases of Type 2 diabetes have statistically shot through the roof. Today, 37 million Americans have the disease—one out of ten people—and of those, nearly a quarter haven’t been diagnosed and don’t know they have it. Diabetes can have a devastating effect on several aspects of a person’s health: The …

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Once upon a time, getting ready for Halloween night was often a homemade affair: Your parents took old shirts, scarves and other what-nots to turn you into a pirate, a princess or an astronaut. Today, Halloween costumes have advanced to a whole new level. One of the more popular dress-up items are costume contact lenses, …

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Many Americans eagerly look forward to retirement, and a slower, more enjoyable pace of life filled with gardening, volunteering or traveling. But some older adults may not be able to fully participate in their favorite post-career activities because of problems with their eyesight. Known collectively as low vision, these particular eyesight deficiencies can’t be corrected …

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Parents often hear health complaints from their kids, and most of the time it’s nothing for which to be overly concerned. A little TLC and perhaps some over-the-counter medication, and the “tummy ache” soon goes away. But what if your child tells you about recurring headaches and their sight being a little blurry—while you also …

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