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Different Forms of Progressive Specialty Glass

Progressive reading glasses with proper lens fitting will help the users eliminate an annoying problem caused by bifocal and trifocal glasses, known as image jump. Images through a bifocal or trifocal lens seem to "jump" as the eyes move past the sharply defined boundary between different

Foods to Improve Eyesight Naturally

As we grow older our eyesight may deteriorate due to macular degeneration. A variety of foods help to improve eyesight naturally. They are garlic, eggs, papaya, citrus fruits, carrots, eggs and tomatoes.

Is Macular Degeneration Hereditary?

If you have a parent or a sibling who has age related macular degeneration (AMD) you are at a higher risk of developing this number one cause of vision loss in our senior population.It becomes all the more important to pay attention to the other risk factors and causes of AMD if you have this family

Contact Lenses Can Be An Affordable Choice for Eyecare

When people hear the words "contact lenses," they often think that these are expensive and only available to individuals with financial means. They are unaware that there are already a lot of lenses available almost everywhere that are very affordable and high quality. If you are planning

Diabetic Eye Disease - A Preventable Cause of Vision Loss

Diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States, but it is preventable! And it is not that difficult to take the necessary steps! This article is inspired by an office visit today, where a young diabetic patient showed up after a 3 year hiatus... with eye disease.

Striped Sunglasses For Different Vision Demands

It is a real fantastic thing to sun bathe on the sand beach with a pair of sun glasses. But some users are confused by so many alternatives in the market, which are upgraded and prompted every day; some users are bored with those commonly styled sun wear in the market. Then, it might be a good idea

Glaucoma Therapy - How to Cure Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a disease that affects the eyes and if not treated can permanently damage the optical nerve which can result in blindness and loss of vision. This article will detail a few Glaucoma therapy treatments available and the advantages and disadvantages regarding each.

Top Tips to Improve Myopia

I have myopia ever since I was a student back in school. I studied very hard to get good grades. I did get very good grades back in school, but alas, my eyesight suffered from myopia. I was devastated. My perfect eyesight is no longer available, and I am doomed to a lifetime of dependence on eye gla

Blindness Due to Chemo

One rare side effect of chemotherapy is blindness. Chemotherapy drugs affect non-specific areas of the body, including the nervous system. Blindness and vision problems happen as a result of damage to the nervous system.

Address Important Eye Care Issues For All Ages and Occupations Today

A pair of beautiful, healthy eyes is very important for not only enjoying sights, but performing many duties, both personal and work related. So it should come as no surprise that both young and adults, people of all ages, should have regular eye check-up done at regular intervals.

Finding a LASIK Surgeon

Finding the right doctor to perform your LASIK procedure is important to your outcome.