by AEOAdmin | Dec 9, 2019 | Eyesight Conditions, Eyewear Tips, News
A study by the University College London findings linked living in an area with high rates of air pollution is linked to a higher glaucoma risk, a debilitating eye condition that can cause blindness. Study Findings People in neighborhoods with higher amounts of fine...
by AEOAdmin | Dec 4, 2019 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
There are approximately 11 million Americans aged 12 years and older could improve their vision through proper refractive correction. And more than 3.3 million Americans aged 40 years and older are either legally blind or are with low vision . Today the leading causes...
by AEOAdmin | Nov 27, 2019 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions, News
In a recent study using mice, lab-grown human retinal cells and patient samples, Johns Hopkins Medicine scientists say they found evidence of a new pathway that may contribute to degeneration of the light sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. The findings, they...
by AEOAdmin | Nov 25, 2019 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions, Eyewear Tips
It’s important to take care of your eyes. Poor vision makes it harder to read, drive, cook, etc. An eye care professional will examine your eyes for signs of vision problems or eye diseases. It’s the best way to find out if you need glasses or contacts, or...
by AEOAdmin | Nov 21, 2019 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions, Eyewear Tips
Good vision is vital for just about every activity you choose. You’ll want to keep your vision for many years to come. It may surprise you that one in six adults age 45 and older has some type of eye problem that threatens their sight. There are things you can...
by AEOAdmin | Nov 13, 2019 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
A study of more than 6,700 people in the United States over age 40 who answered a survey about their sleep revealed possible connections between glaucoma and sleep problems. Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve. Damage to this nerve—which is responsible for...
