by AEOAdmin | Jan 8, 2021 | Eyesight Conditions
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month and a perfect time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease. The Stats More than 3 million people in the United States today have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million...
by AEOAdmin | Dec 29, 2020 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
Annual Eye Exams For Early Diagnosis and Treatment It’s that time again to make your New Year’s resolutions for improving your health. Be aware that annual eye exams not only help to protect your vision, but can also uncover evidence of eye damage from diseases...
by AEOAdmin | Dec 8, 2020 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
A healthy lifestyle can reduce the risk of eye health problems significantly! According to a study published in 2001 (AREDS), certain vitamins and minerals can reduce the risk of age related decline in eye health by 25%! The Age-related Eye Study (AREDS) was then...
by AEOAdmin | Nov 2, 2020 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
The sad truth is Diabetics are more likely to develop blinding eye diseases, yet studies reveal a lack of awareness of this issue among people most at risk. Many Americans may not be defending themselves against diabetes-related vision loss, but the American Academy...
by AEOAdmin | Oct 4, 2020 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions, Eyewear Tips
Could Glasses Protect Against COVID-19? Wearing eyeglasses may lower your chances of contracting the coronavirus, according to a new study from Hubei Province, China. The findings appeared in JAMA Ophthalmology, a medical journal. But does this mean everyone should...
by AEOAdmin | Sep 14, 2020 | Eyecare Tips, Eyesight Conditions
Macular Degeneration and Cataracts are common among older adults. Age-related eye diseases can affect anyone. There are ways of protecting aging eyes though! Making sure you are eating properly and that you diet contains all the vitamins and minerals your body and...
