Around three million Americans have glaucoma. This is a group of diseases that target the optic nerve, which links the eyes to the brain. This condition is a leading cause of visual impairment worldwide, which can be prevented with early detection and treatment.
Archives for December 2019
New Year’s Resolution for Good Vision and Eye Health
Though your eyes are one of the most important organs in the body, it’s easy to forget about them. You should make a resolution for next year to improve your habits and eye health.
How Can Aging Affect Your Vision and Eye Health?
Your eyes change and become weaker as you age, especially when you reach the age of 60. While some age-related eye conditions can be corrected with eyeglasses and contact lenses, others require surgery like cataracts, which is a leading cause of vision loss worldwide.
What Happens When You Sleep With Your Contacts Still in Your Eyes?
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that sleeping with contact lenses in your eyes is a usual offense committed by contact lens wearers. Many are aware that it’s bad for their eyes and come with many risks. But what are the consequences?
