by AEOAdmin | Oct 18, 2018 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions, Eyewear Tips
A new outbreak of a rare but preventable eye infection that can cause blindness, has been identified in contact lens wearers in a new study. The research team found a threefold increase in Acanthamoeba keratitis since 2011 in South-East England. A new outbreak of a...
by AEOAdmin | Oct 17, 2018 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
Just like the rest of our bodies, our eyes have different needs as we age. That’s why it’s important to know which vision changes are a normal part of aging, and when something more serious may need the attention of an eye doctor. Find out what to expect...
by AEOAdmin | Oct 15, 2018 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
Every time you blink, your healthy eyes get a bath from a fluid that’s a combination of oil, water, and mucus. This fluid, or tears, helps protect and moisturize the eyes. When something irritates your eyes or interferes with the production of tears, it can...
by AEOAdmin | Oct 5, 2018 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions, Eyewear Tips
Who wouldn’t love to have perfect vision? Being able to see whatever you want without glasses or contacts would be fantastic. Unfortunately, the amazing laser vision of Superman only occurs in comic books. Few people can see perfectly, and most of us experience at...
by AEOAdmin | Sep 26, 2018 | Eyesight Conditions
Unexpected findings show that the body’s own immune system destroys retinal cells Glaucoma, a disease that afflicts nearly 70 million people worldwide, is something of a mystery despite its prevalence. Little is known about the origins of the disease, which...
by AEOAdmin | Sep 24, 2018 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is an acquired ocular disorder and a leading cause of legal blindness in persons over sixty.1 AMD affects the macula, the central part of the retina, which is responsible for providing clear, sharp vision needed for reading,...
