In the summer of 2013, news spread quickly about a dangerous new trend, called "worming" or oculolinctus, and a serious outbreak of disease among Japanese youth. Upon further investigation, many news sources retracted or amended previously published stories, saying the stories of a sudden increase in
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Eyeball Licking: A Dangerous New Trend?
Category: Newsletters, Amazing, Interesting Eyes
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Teaching Kids About Pink Eye
Category: Newsletters, Kid's Vision
Conjunctivitis is by no means limited only to children. An infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva -- the membrane within the eyelid and protecting the white aspect of our eyes -- can occur in individuals of any age secondary to an infection, an allergic reaction or chemical irritation. Infectious
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How Vision Problems Affect Learning
Category: Newsletters, Kid's Vision
Reading is an instrumental part of your child’s ability to learn. In order to write complete sentences or do mathematical problems, a child must first be able to understand what is on the page in front of them. If your child is suffering from vision problems, it may be drastically interfering with
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Getting Kids to Wear Glasses
Category: Newsletters, Kid's Vision
In most of North America, optometrists are known as Doctors of Optometry (D.O.). As physicians, they are able to diagnose eye disease and prescribe medications or corrective lenses. Licensure as a DO requires a Bachelor's Degree and successful completion of a four-year school of optometrics. Educational
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Allergy Management and Your Eyes
Category: Newsletters, Tips for Healthy Eyes
For those who suffer from allergies, exposure to pets, pollen, or dust mites can quickly lead to red, itchy, watery eyes. Although seasonal allergies are notorious for causing eye symptoms, year-round exposure to allergens can be just as problematic. If you develop itchy, red, irritated, puffy, or watery
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5 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Eye Health
Category: Newsletters, Tips for Healthy Eyes
Protecting your eyesight is an important part of maintaining your quality of life. Here are five simple things you can do to help preserve your vision. 1. Stop Smoking It is no secret that smoking is strongly linked to many health problems; however, did you know that it can also damage your eyes and
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Blue Light Exposure: What Is It?
Category: Newsletters, Conditions That Affect Vision
Is blue light hurting your vision? Find out how the light can affect you.
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Is Office Lighting Affecting Your Vision?
Category: Newsletters, Tips for Healthy Eyes
Do your eyes hurt, burn or itch after a day at work? Poor lighting may be to blame for your symptoms. Many companies use inexpensive fluorescent lighting to light large areas because it's a fairly inexpensive option. Unfortunately, your eyes pay the price. What Kinds of Eye Problems Can Fluorescent
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Itchy Eyes and Contact Lenses: What to Do When the Itch Won't Stop
Category: Newsletters, Contacts
Have you stopped wearing your contacts because your eyes itch? Find out what you can do to end the itch.
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Frame Your Face: Which Frames Look Best?
Category: Newsletters, Glasses & Frames
Finding frames that fit your face, your style and your budget isn't always so easy. It's tempting to just pick the first pair of frames that are barely acceptable than face the daunting task of sorting through hundreds of frames to find the perfect option. Luckily, there are a few tricks you can use
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