In the intricate tapestry of our health, the threads of our well-being are interwoven, with each aspect influencing the other. One such fascinating connection exists between our eyes and our cardiovascular system, specifically concerning the development of cataracts....
What is Cataract Disease?
Have you noticed clouding in either your own eyes or someone else’s? That would be cataract disease. This clouding in the eye’s lens lies behind the iris and the pupil, cataracts can develop in one or both eyes. At the start of cataracts disease, it's small and with...
An Overview of Laser Cataract Surgery
Cataracts are often a natural part of aging. They occur when the lens in your eye becomes cloudy caused by the breakdown of proteins, over time, causing blurry vision along with other symptoms. While there is no medical treatment for this eye disorder, cataracts can...
Finding Relief from Dry Eyes This Winter
Winter is a time to don cozy sweaters, attend seasonal events, and enjoy hot chocolate. But, according to an article in the journal Ophthalmology, it is also time for dry eyes (DE) as researchers found evidence of an apparent seasonal variation in the condition, which...
Protect Your Eyes from This Halloween Hazard
The National Retail Federation (NRF) expects consumer spending to increase this year as Americans purchase Halloween candy, costumes, and decorations. The NRF adds that some of the most popular celebration plans include handing out candy, putting up decorations, and...
Understanding Glaucoma and What Causes It
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness, especially in adults aged 60 and older, in the United States. An estimated 2.7 million Americans have glaucoma, a number the National Eye Institute expects to more than double by 2050, increasing to 6.3 million....
What is Diabetic Retinopathy (DR)?
If you are among the 34.2 million U.S. adults who have been diagnosed with any diabetes - Type 1, Type 2, or gestational – your body either makes an insufficient amount of insulin or improperly uses its production. That can affect how your body turns food into energy,...
What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss in older adults. It results from a damaged macula, the retina's central portion responsible for providing clear, sharp vision. The macula allows you to conduct daily activities such as...
Laser Eye Surgery to Correct Your Vision
A cataract is a clouding of your eye’s natural lens, which often occurs due to a breakdown of proteins, impacting the lens’s ability to focus light rays onto the retina. It can occur in one or both eyes, typically with age, creating vision difficulties. According to...