Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , in the United States, heart disease has been the leading cause of death since 1950. Heart disease can lead to a heart attack and stroke, but does having heart disease also affect your risk of eye problems? The answer is yes.  ..read more

February is Low Vision Awareness Month. But what is low vision? According to the  , low vision is a loss of vision that can’t be corrected by conventional eyeglasses, surgical, or medical treatment. But there are ways to adjust and learn to live with low vision.  The blog below looks at what low vision involves and how to adjust and maintain your quality of life.  ..read more

Glaucoma involves a group of eye diseases that can steal your sight. You may not even know you have glaucoma until you start to have vision problems. That is because, glaucoma does not usually cause symptoms until it is in an advanced stage. But screening for glaucoma is helpful to detect the condition early. January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. It is the perfect time to learn more about glaucoma screening including who needs it and why.  ..read more

Although COPD primarily affects the lungs, it can lead to problems in other areas of the body, such as the heart and kidneys. It may also increase the risk of certain eye and vision problems.  Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) does not get the media or public attention that other diseases, such as heart disease and cancer, receive, but did you know that worldwide COPD is the third leading cause of death according to the  ..read more

Glaucoma is an eye disease that causes damage to the optic nerve. It is one of the leading causes of blindness in adults. According to the  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , in the United States, about 3 million people have glaucoma. Worldwide, it is the second leading cause of blindness. Although there are different types of glaucoma, open-angle is the  ..read more

Maintaining good vision is an important part of overall well-being. Vision loss or eye problems can have a significant impact on your quality of life. July is Healthy Vision Month. It is a reminder to make eye health a priority. One way we can promote healthy eyes is to learn more about eye health. Below are some eye health questions and answers related to the summer season to help you understand more about how to protect your vision.  ..read more

We can all play a role in how well we age. We cannot stop the aging process, and maybe we don’t want to. But most of us do want to age well and be the best we can be at every age. That includes maintaining good vision. The article below includes tips on how to keep your eyes healthy and promote good vision in your 60s and beyond.  ..read more

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Most people have likely heard of glaucoma, but they might be unaware of how much glaucoma affects vision and the prevalence of the disease. According to the , glaucoma is the top cause of vision loss in people over the age of 60.  ..read more

Menopause is defined as going 12 months without a menstrual period. According to the , menopause most often occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, but it can occur later or earlier. During this time, hormone levels, including estrogen and progesterone, decrease. Changing hormone levels affect more than just your fertility. It might be a surprise, but menopause can even affect your eyes. The article below takes a look at eye health after menopause.  ..read more

Eye pain can signal many different eye conditions, from minor to those that threaten vision. In many cases, additional symptoms help narrow down the cause. September is Pain Awareness Month. It is a reminder to not ignore eye pain and to see an eye doctor to identify the cause. In many cases, the earlier treatment starts, the better the outcome. Keep reading below to learn about possible causes of eye pain.  ..read more