If your screen time has increased in the past year (and whose hasn’t?), you’re probably getting more exposure to blue light — a leading cause of vision-related issues. That nagging pain behind your eyes after staring at your devices all day could be eye fatigue or eye strain. The good news? It’s preventable! Try these[…]
Once You Check In A technician or doctor will do some simple tests. They may ask about your medical history or any vision problems you’ve had lately. You may get some drops in your eyes, too. If your doctor isn’t there at first, they’ll meet with you before you leave. Usually, the exam is painless[…]
Lots of reading or screen time can leave your eyes tired, dry, and achy. These remedies and adjustments can help — and most of them don’t take much time, cost anything, or require you to leave your home. Apply a Warm Washcloth Try a washcloth soaked in warm water on your tired, achy eyes.[…]
Do you find yourself rubbing your eyes to gain a clearer view? It could be an infection or a sign you need new glasses. Or it might not be an eye problem at all. You Need Glasses When your eyeball is shaped more like an egg than round, or your cornea or your lens[…]
Does everyone need glasses by the time they hit their mid-40s? What are the most common age-related eye problems? We have these answers and more. Computers and Eye Strain Staring at computer monitors, smartphones, and video game screens may result in strained, dry, and tired eyes. Luckily, using these devices does not seem to[…]
If Your Eyes Are Dry … You might feel like you have sand in your eyes, or they might burn or itch. You might be sensitive to light, have blurry vision, or, in some cases, your eyes might water. And you may have a tough time wearing contact lenses. Your Eyes Need Moisture This[…]
A few smart moves can protect your eyes from the wear and tear of daily life. Here’s what you should be doing. Take a 20-Second Computer Break Staring at a computer (or any digital screen) won’t hurt your eyes, but it can make them feel tired and dry. Surprisingly, we blink about half as[…]
Looking directly at the sun is unsafe except during the brief total phase of a solar eclipse (“totality”), when the moon entirely blocks the sun’s bright face, which will happen only within the narrow path of totality. The only safe way to look directly at the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed sun is through special-purpose[…]
Clean your eyes It is critically important to keep your eyes clean and away from chemicals. Fresh water is the best source for cleansing your eyes. A couple drops of rose water are also very good for the health of your eyes. Eat more fresh fruit Fruits contain essential vitamins and nutrients which are[…]
Whether you’re beach bound in the summer or hitting the slopes in the winter, your eyes can suffer serious damage from UV rays. Just as we protect our skin from sunburns, we also need to make sure our eyes are protected as we enjoy outside activities. Ways you can protect your eyes from sun[…]