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What Do You Need To Know To Avoid Sight Damage From Glaucoma?

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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Here’s What You Need to Know About Giving ‘Eye-Friendly’ Toys This Holiday Season

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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Don’t Let Low Vision Keep You From Enjoying Your Life’s ‘Second Half’ 

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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Follow These Tips When Buying Sunglasses for Maximum UV Ray Protection

Sunglasses have been the epitome of “cool” for decades—and still are. Each new generation has their take on “shades,” while some versions, like the classic aviator, never seem to go out of style. But sunglasses are more than a fashion statement: They’re essential eyewear for protecting your vision from harmful electromagnetic rays emitted by the …

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5 Things You Can Do To Protect Your Eyesight Long-term

Good vision doesn’t just happen. To ensure it does, you should be proactive now about protecting your eyesight against problems later in life. “Regular vision care is important, and it may even reduce the effect of genetically inherited conditions like glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration,” says Dr. Aubrey Fulton, a therapeutic certified optometrist with Hattiesburg …

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