The first weekend of August (August 3rd and 4th) has been marked as the 2nd annual Great Glasses Play Day. The event, which first launched in 2012 was created for parents, eye care professionals, educators and children who wear glasses or have other vision challenges to celebrate and create awareness about the positive aspects of […]
For adults over the age of 65, the right pair of vision correcting glasses can literally be a life saver. Seniors aged 65 and up are at increased risk of falling, which is the leading cause of injury, injury-related death, and hospitalization for this age group. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, […]
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Know How and When to Treat an Eye Infection
It’s that time of year again…coughs, sneezing, running noses and itchy, red eyes. How do you know when an eye irritation is something that needs medical attention? First of all, any time an eye infection is accompanied by fever, excessive discharge or pain, you should see your eye doctor immediately. The eyes are sensitive and […]
Pink, Stinging Eyes?
Conjunctivitis, also called pink eye, is one of the most frequently seen eye diseases, especially in kids. It can be caused by viruses, bacteria or even allergies to pollen, chlorine in swimming pools, and ingredients in cosmetics, or other irritants, which touch the eyes. Some forms of conjunctivitis might be quite transmittable and quickly spread […]
Is Your Teen Ready for Contacts?
Many teens who wear glasses are eager to try out contact lenses for convenience, fashion or to just provide another option for vision correction. For teens who feel self-conscious in their glasses, contact lenses can be a way to improve self-esteem. Young athletes and swimmers find that contacts are an excellent option for sports, especially […]
Are Nerf Guns a Dangerous Holiday Present?
Nerf Guns: Popular, Projectile… Safe? With the newest Nerf guns and blasters reigning at the top of lists for the most popular toys this holiday season, many parents are excited to surprise their kids (or their spouses) with these coveted toy weapons. There is, in fact a whole culture behind these guns including a variety […]
We offer specialized glasses for color blindness in Worcester As autumn pushes the year forwards, everyone oohs and ahs over the fiery tones of the changing fall leaves set against a vivid backdrop of summer greenery. But if you have color blindness, whether you visit or live in a location with fall foliage, you probably […]
How Smoking Impacts Vision
Smoking harms nearly every system in your body, including your eyes. Though we are all aware of the health effects associated with smoking, such as lung cancer, heart disease, and bad teeth, few know about the negative impact it can have on our vision. Smoking and Eye Disease Smoking, especially 20 cigarettes or more daily […]
If you’ve recently purchased new eyeglasses or are considering getting a new pair, it’s important to know that a proper fit is essential not only for comfort but for clear vision. Eyeglasses fit plays a crucial role in the effectiveness of your prescription and your comfort. Here’s how to determine if your eyeglasses fit correctly […]
Tele-optometry is revolutionizing the way we receive eye care. This branch of telemedicine allows patients to access a wide range of eye health services through digital equipment, video calls, and telecommunications technology—all from the comfort of their homes. Tele-optometry provides an easy, effective way to treat eye conditions in telehealth visits without needing to leave your […]
As the world begins to recover from the effects of COVID-19, many individuals are reporting eye issues after COVID, such as post-COVID eye pain, blurry vision, and other vision-related problems. Although much attention has been placed on respiratory symptoms, COVID-19 has also led to an uptick in vision problems post-COVID, requiring attention from your eye […]