Children across the globe are now learning online through virtual classrooms. Whether they use a tablet, smartphone, or laptop, blue light emission from digital devices can potentially harm their eyes.
Are objects at a distance or close by appearing blurry? If so, it's definitely time for an eye exam! Visit our website to schedule yours today.
Yay! It’s officially Fall! What do you look forward to the most this season? Comment below!
Which do you prefer to wear? Hit 👍 for glasses or ♥️ for contacts.
Thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur every year. Here’s a few tips on how to avoid them: Wear the correct eye protection and make sure they're polycarbonate lenses, they’re 10x more resistant to impact than other lenses. Wear additional protective eyewear, if you wear contact lenses or glasses. Wear eye protection if you've had any previous eye injuries or surgeries. Regularly inspect protective eyewear for any damages. Lastly, contact us to determine which protective eyewear is best for your needs!
Our hands touch a variety of surfaces throughout the day—counters, doorknobs, our phones, etc. So remember to wash your hands before touching your face or eyes to prevent spreading any germs into your body!
Have you decided on this year's Halloween costume? For most costumes, makeup is the most essential part! Here are some tips to help you avoid eye irritation or infection when using makeup:
Billions of people around the world experience vision problems because they don’t have access to the proper eyecare & glasses. Most of these vision impairments could have been avoided had they been diagnosed & treated early on by an eye doctor. When was the last time you had an eye exam? Make sure to get annual eye exams and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to do so as well! #HopeInSight
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Screen time can come at a price, often causing headaches, eye strain, insomnia, and even retinal damage.
Try these simple tips to keep your glasses fog-free!
- Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose.
- Place a folded tissue under your mask, right at the bridge of your nose, to absorb the moisture.
- Ask us about anti-fog sprays and wipes!
October is Eye Injury Prevention Month! Each year, thousands are affected by eye injuries, the majority of which could have been prevented by wearing proper protective eyewear & taking simple precautions. Believe it or not, half of eye injuries occur in our very homes!
Scary things happen on Halloween... don't let an eye infection be the scariest! Decorative contacts are a great addition to any costume, but when used without a valid prescription, they may seriously harm your eyes & vision. Contact us to get safely fitted & enjoy a healthy and fun Halloween.
For those working and schooling from home, screen time has now doubled! Here are some tips to help minimize the damaging effects of too much screen time:
Now, more than ever, is the time to upgrade their lenses with blue light protection or get them a pair of computer glasses.
Have you decided on this year's Halloween costume? For most costumes, makeup is the most essential part! Here are some tips to help you avoid eye irritation or infection when using makeup:
Eye injuries are more likely to happen at home than anywhere else. Home cleaning, yard work, or even just playing with the kids puts you at risk for an eye injury. Make sure to wear the proper protective eyewear when handling chemicals, flying debris, and dust particles.
Scary things happen on Halloween... don't let an eye infection be the scariest! Decorative contacts are a great addition to any costume, but when used without a valid prescription, they may seriously harm your eyes & vision. Contact us to get safely fitted & enjoy a healthy and fun Halloween.
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Schedule your eye exam by visiting our website or giving us a call!
REMINDER! Tomorrow, Daylight Savings ends...
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Now that face masks are part of our everyday wardrobe, you may notice your eyes getting a little dryer than usual. Here are some tips to keep that from happening:
- Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose. This will ensure the moisture exits through the side of your mask and not above it.
- Try to blink more frequently.
- Ask us about lubricating eye drops.
Schedule your appointment today!
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'My eye doctor saved my life': Woman learns she has diabetes after an eye exam
Wonderful catch by an eye doctor!
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Often, when winter is upon us our motivation to exercise and eat healthy foods tend to plummet along with the temperature. Don't let the cooler weather hold you back from staying healthy! Make sure you eat nutritious meals, stay active, limit alcoholic beverages, and avoid smoking tobacco.
Veterans Day, originally known as Armistice Day, is celebrated on the 11th day of the 11th month every year to thank, honor, and salute our heroes of the past, present, and future. Thank you for your service.
God Bless America and God Bless those Who Served!
We live in a world flooded with digital devices. As a result, you may be starting to experience digital eye strain, which makes your eyes feel sore, tired, watery, and/or dry. To prevent this from occurring, follow the 20-20-20 rule!
Don't forget to schedule your eye exam! #DiabetesAwareness
This year’s theme for World Diabetes Day is, “The Nurse and Diabetes”. Nurses help support people living with all types of health concerns especially those that have diabetes. They face several challenges and education is so important to help equip nurses with the skills they need to help support them.
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Often, when winter is upon us our motivation to exercise and eat healthy foods tend to plummet along with the temperature. Don't let the cooler weather hold you back from staying healthy! Make sure you eat nutritious meals, stay active, limit alcoholic beverages, and avoid smoking tobacco.
Wash your hands with soap and water before handling contact lenses. Place 1 lens in the palm of your hand, add a generous amount of solution, and gently rub with your finger for about 10 seconds in order to remove any buildup on the lens. Then, rinse the lens with solution. Repeat with the 2nd lens — and ta-da! They’re ready to wear!
Don't forget to schedule your eye exam! #DiabetesAwareness
Don’t forget to use your flex spending account before they run out at the end of the year. Schedule an appointment today!
Happy Friday and have a great weekend!
The day after Thanksgiving we all realize that it is true!
Despite the pandemic this year, there are so many things to be grateful for: our wonderful patients, family, and friends—to name a few. Enjoy this time with loved ones and delight in the amazing feast. We wish you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
Sleeping in contact lenses increases your risk for eye infections by six to eightfold as it prevents the eyes from getting the proper oxygen and hydration it needs to fight bacteria.
We’ve officially entered the holiday season! And you know what that means... toy giving and sharing is in full swing! However, every year, thousands of children suffer from toy-related eye injuries. Before purchasing toys for that special child in your life, take a moment to consider: “is this toy age-appropriate and safe?”
Drop the cheap plastic lenses and get something that will make your vision crisp in all areas. Schedule an appointment today!
Happy Friday and have a great weekend!
It’s time for your eye exam!
As you prepare to chef-it-up this holiday season, keep this in mind as you chop up your next onion! A cut onion releases a gas called Propanethiol S-oxide, and when mixed with certain enzymes in the onion, it creates a sulfur gas that irritates the eyes and triggers your tear glands. Here's a tip: keep your onion refrigerated! Cold onion doesn't release that chemical compound as easily as it would if it were warm.
You can use your benefits to buy new designer frames or update your lens prescription. Schedule an appointment today!
Christmas Fun Glasses! So much fun!
Come by to SEE us and we’ll make sure you’ll see your “beary” best this holiday season!
Shhhhh! Santa’s in town to get his yearly eye exam. We couldn’t have him miss a house because he couldn’t see it!
Diet plays an important role in preventing or mitigating diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Read on to learn what foods to increase and which ones to avoid.
What’s your favorite recipes using these eye-healthy nutrients, comment below!
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Use your benefits to upgrade to progressive lenses. Schedule an appointment today!
We have added a front desk to help with our patient intake. Two of our wonderful staff members stayed late to put it together! Great job!
It’s time for your eye exam!
Wishing everyone a healthy and very Merry Christmas!
The countdown to Christmas is almost over! What's your favorite family holiday tradition? Comment below!
Shhhhh! Santa’s in town to get his yearly eye exam. We couldn’t have him miss a house because he couldn’t see it!
Diet plays an important role in preventing or mitigating diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Read on to learn what foods to increase and which ones to avoid.
What’s your favorite recipes using these eye-healthy nutrients, comment below!
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WOW! It’s been quite a year hasn’t it?! 😰 What are you looking forward to the most in 2021?
Wishing everyone a healthy and very Merry Christmas!
The countdown to Christmas is almost over! What's your favorite family holiday tradition? Comment below!
Shhhhh! Santa’s in town to get his yearly eye exam. We couldn’t have him miss a house because he couldn’t see it!
In 1824, 15-year-old Louis Braille created a reading and writing system for the blind and visually impaired, known as braille, in which raised dots represent the letters of the alphabet. His creation has played a major role in enabling the blind to experience more independence. Each year, on his birthday, we celebrate him and his life-changing invention.
Take advantage of your new benefits. Schedule an appointment today!
Wishing everyone a year filled with love, laughter, joy, and happiness… Happy New Year! 🥂
WOW! It’s been quite a year hasn’t it?! 😰 What are you looking forward to the most in 2021?
Wishing everyone a healthy and very Merry Christmas!
The countdown to Christmas is almost over! What's your favorite family holiday tradition? Comment below!
Drop the cheap plastic lenses and get something that will make your vision crisp in all areas. Schedule an appointment today!
New year, new perspective! Go ahead and get a new perspective with healthy eyes and don't forget to schedule your eye exam.
Due to ice and snow, we want to make sure our patients and staff are safe so we are not opening until 2:00pm. Be careful out there!
New year, new perspective! Go ahead and get a new perspective with healthy eyes and don't forget to schedule your eye exam.
You can use your new benefits to buy new designer frames or update your lens prescription. Schedule an appointment today!
Today we honor an amazing activist and minister for all of his accomplishments. To this day, he continues to inspire people all around the world. #MartinLutherKingJr
Is it just us or did this year go by super fast?! By now you should have already started making your new year resolutions list. We know staying away from COVID is #1 but what are some other things on your list? Comment below! 👇
Glaucoma, also known as “the sneaky thief of sight”, can cause permanent vision loss and blindness if not detected early enough through a routine eye exam. While there's no cure for glaucoma, early treatment can often stop it from leading to severe vision loss. Contact us to schedule your annual eye exam!
Drop the cheap plastic lenses and get something that will make your vision crisp in all areas. Schedule an appointment today!
New year, new perspective! Go ahead and get a new perspective with healthy eyes and don't forget to schedule your eye exam.
If you wear glasses, you're likely annoyed when your lenses fog up while wearing a mask. Here are a few ways to prevent that from happening.
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The best ways to stop a mask from fogging up your glasses, ranked
Why do we have eyebrows? Not only do eyebrows express our feelings, but they’re also our eyes' personal umbrellas!
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Today we honor an amazing activist and minister for all of his accomplishments. To this day, he continues to inspire people all around the world. #MartinLutherKingJr
Is it just us or did this year go by super fast?! By now you should have already started making your new year resolutions list. We know staying away from COVID is #1 but what are some other things on your list? Comment below! 👇
Glaucoma, also known as “the sneaky thief of sight”, can cause permanent vision loss and blindness if not detected early enough through a routine eye exam. While there's no cure for glaucoma, early treatment can often stop it from leading to severe vision loss. Contact us to schedule your annual eye exam!
Drop the cheap plastic lenses and get something that will make your vision crisp in all areas. Schedule an appointment today!
We’ve finally made it to the end of the week! Happy Friday everyone, and have a safe weekend!
We are your premier supplier for this amazing brand of eyewear! Come see us for a piece of the future and a connection to the past!
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Why do we have eyebrows? Not only do eyebrows express our feelings, but they’re also our eyes' personal umbrellas!
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Why Do We Have Eyebrows?
Today we honor an amazing activist and minister for all of his accomplishments. To this day, he continues to inspire people all around the world. #MartinLutherKingJr
Is it just us or did this year go by super fast?! By now you should have already started making your new year resolutions list. We know staying away from COVID is #1 but what are some other things on your list? Comment below! 👇
Glaucoma, also known as “the sneaky thief of sight”, can cause permanent vision loss and blindness if not detected early enough through a routine eye exam. While there's no cure for glaucoma, early treatment can often stop it from leading to severe vision loss. Contact us to schedule your annual eye exam!
Together we can make a difference. By educating and informing ourselves and those around us about cancer, we can challenge misinformation, stigma, and fear. #WorldCancerDay
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World Cancer Day 2021: Together, all of our actions matter.
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Why do we have eyebrows? Not only do eyebrows express our feelings, but they’re also our eyes' personal umbrellas!
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Why Do We Have Eyebrows?
Today we honor an amazing activist and minister for all of his accomplishments. To this day, he continues to inspire people all around the world. #MartinLutherKingJr
Is it just us or did this year go by super fast?! By now you should have already started making your new year resolutions list. We know staying away from COVID is #1 but what are some other things on your list? Comment below! 👇
Glaucoma, also known as “the sneaky thief of sight”, can cause permanent vision loss and blindness if not detected early enough through a routine eye exam. While there's no cure for glaucoma, early treatment can often stop it from leading to severe vision loss. Contact us to schedule your annual eye exam!
Did you know that Dr. William H. Lawson was the first African American optometrist certified to work in the United States and Canada? He graduated in 1912 from the Toronto School of Optometry in Toronto, Canada.
Together we can make a difference. By educating and informing ourselves and those around us about cancer, we can challenge misinformation, stigma, and fear. #WorldCancerDay
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World Cancer Day 2021: Together, all of our actions matter.
We are your premier supplier for this amazing brand of eyewear! Come see us for a piece of the future and a connection to the past!
👇🏻CLICK HERE👇🏻
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Why do we have eyebrows? Not only do eyebrows express our feelings, but they’re also our eyes' personal umbrellas!
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Why Do We Have Eyebrows?
Today we honor an amazing activist and minister for all of his accomplishments. To this day, he continues to inspire people all around the world. #MartinLutherKingJr
Is it just us or did this year go by super fast?! By now you should have already started making your new year resolutions list. We know staying away from COVID is #1 but what are some other things on your list? Comment below! 👇
Winter weather will be bad next week. We are closed Monday and Tuesday. Many of our patients and several of our staff live in surrounding areas that tend to have frozen over bridges and loss of electricity. We want to be safe. We are calling to reschedule any appointments. Thanks for your patience.
IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM ESSILOR
(This is the company who makes all of our glasses.)
The significant weather events have impacted our national lab operations. We are monitoring the situation and making decisions based on the safety and well-being of our employees, first and foremost.
Many areas are wrestling with the effects of this week’s winter storms e.g. widespread power outages and transportation issues. While several of our individual labs were impacted, the Essilor Network of Labs are working collectively together to re-route and deliver as many jobs as possible. Icy and impassable roads may delay the delivery of some shipments.
At the moment, all network phone access to our customer service is down. We expect a resolution shortly. In the meantime please email your Customer Service Representative or reach out to your Account Executive for assistance.
We will continue to update you as conditions change.
Every year, more than 400,000 children and adolescents below the age of 20 are diagnosed with cancer. Each child should have equal access to the best possible healthcare and treatment. Let’s not forget to show our support to children with cancer and their families. #InternationalChildhoodCancerDay
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” - Abraham Lincoln… Happy Presidents’ Day!
Today is the perfect day to let all of our wonderful patients know how much we appreciate each and every one of you. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Get in sync with your partner by gazing into each other's eyes! Research shows that couples that are in love and gaze into each other’s eyes for three minutes naturally experience synchronized heartbeats.
Winter weather will be bad next week. We are closed Monday and Tuesday. Many of our patients and several of our staff live in surrounding areas that tend to have frozen over bridges and loss of electricity. We want to be safe. We are calling to reschedule any appointments. Thanks for your patience.
Come see us this week!
Experts don’t know why we close our eyes when sneezing but they’ve got a theory! When we sneeze, it’s a forceful, germ-filled burst of particles and microorganisms bursting from our nose and mouth when something irritates the mucous membranes of our nose or throat. Experts believe we close them to protect our eyes from particles entering while they’re exiting our nose and mouth!
Our sprinklers that we thought were turned off made some great eyelashes! Perfect for an optical office right?
IMPORTANT UPDATE FROM ESSILOR
(This is the company who makes all of our glasses.)
The significant weather events have impacted our national lab operations. We are monitoring the situation and making decisions based on the safety and well-being of our employees, first and foremost.
Many areas are wrestling with the effects of this week’s winter storms e.g. widespread power outages and transportation issues. While several of our individual labs were impacted, the Essilor Network of Labs are working collectively together to re-route and deliver as many jobs as possible. Icy and impassable roads may delay the delivery of some shipments.
At the moment, all network phone access to our customer service is down. We expect a resolution shortly. In the meantime please email your Customer Service Representative or reach out to your Account Executive for assistance.
We will continue to update you as conditions change.
Every year, more than 400,000 children and adolescents below the age of 20 are diagnosed with cancer. Each child should have equal access to the best possible healthcare and treatment. Let’s not forget to show our support to children with cancer and their families. #InternationalChildhoodCancerDay
We all know that exercise is excellent for general health. But eye health? Research shows that exercise can reduce the severity of macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss worldwide. Read on to learn more.
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Exercise can slow or prevent macular degeneration
What great neighbors!
Czech Please Microbakery
February 21 at 6:50 PM ·
I went to the bakery this morning and I'm THRILLED to announce that all is well in my little red pole barn in East Mountain. No frozen or burst pipes, no power outages, just blessings as far as I could see. The parking lot is still a little icy, but I expect that will be gone by day's end.
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SO! We will be opening for Czechfast on Wednesday, but until then, here's what I would like to do for those in need of water:
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I'll be at the bakery for a bit tomorrow (Feb. 22); y'all are welcome to bring bottles, buckets, Igloo coolers -- whatever you've got, fill 'em up! I'm fairly certain there's no boil notice in East Mountain, but I've asked to be absolutely sure; I'll update this post as soon as I find out.
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The doors will be unlocked from 10am until noon on Monday, and I'll be back on Tuesday but I'm not sure what time yet. Beginning Wednesday, you can bring your containers by during business hours; even if we sell out early, we'll stay open to meet this need.
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(I don't normally ask this, but please share this post so that anyone in East Texas who needs it might find it.)
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PS: I'm also working on some sort of inexpensive family meal to offer, but that will depend on what I can get ingredients for on such short notice; I'll make a separate post for that once I've finalized the details.
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Come see us this week!
Winter weather will be bad next week. We are closed Monday and Tuesday. Many of our patients and several of our staff live in surrounding areas that tend to have frozen over bridges and loss of electricity. We want to be safe. We are calling to reschedule any appointments. Thanks for your patience.
Just like computers, smartphones emit blue light rays that can harm your eyes. Blue light has less energy than UV rays but it can penetrate deeper into the eyes reaching the retina in the back of the eyes. Keep your eyes healthy by limiting the time spent on these devices or get blue light filtering glasses (computer glasses)!
Happy#SaveYourVisionMonth! The best way to save your vision is to make sure to schedule an annual eye exam to check on your vision and eye health. Your eyes will thank you for it!
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Schedule your eye exam today!
We all know that exercise is excellent for general health. But eye health? Research shows that exercise can reduce the severity of macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss worldwide. Read on to learn more.
NEWS-MEDICAL.NET
Exercise can slow or prevent macular degeneration
Winter weather will be bad next week. We are closed Monday and Tuesday. Many of our patients and several of our staff live in surrounding areas that tend to have frozen over bridges and loss of electricity. We want to be safe. We are calling to reschedule any appointments. Thanks for your patience.
Let’s celebrate WOMEN! Look at all of the progress made over the years! Let’s celebrate the acts of courage and determination by women who have played an important role in history. #ChooseToChallenge
Glaucoma is among the most common causes of blindness worldwide. In most cases, it shows no symptoms in its early stages. This is why yearly eye exams are so important! The earlier glaucoma is detected, the less damage is done, and the more vision can be saved. #glaucomaweek #getaneyeexam
Just like computers, smartphones emit blue light rays that can harm your eyes. Blue light has less energy than UV rays but it can penetrate deeper into the eyes reaching the retina in the back of the eyes. Keep your eyes healthy by limiting the time spent on these devices or get blue light filtering glasses (computer glasses)!
Happy#SaveYourVisionMonth! The best way to save your vision is to make sure to schedule an annual eye exam to check on your vision and eye health. Your eyes will thank you for it!
Eye Emergencies - August Wallace Eyecare Associates
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Eye Emergencies | August Wallace Eyecare Associates
Winter weather will be bad next week. We are closed Monday and Tuesday. Many of our patients and several of our staff live in surrounding areas that tend to have frozen over bridges and loss of electricity. We want to be safe. We are calling to reschedule any appointments. Thanks for your patience.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Spring is almost here! And you know what that means... Tomorrow at 2am make sure you set your clock forward by 1 hour.
Let’s celebrate WOMEN! Look at all of the progress made over the years! Let’s celebrate the acts of courage and determination by women who have played an important role in history. #ChooseToChallenge
Glaucoma is among the most common causes of blindness worldwide. In most cases, it shows no symptoms in its early stages. This is why yearly eye exams are so important! The earlier glaucoma is detected, the less damage is done, and the more vision can be saved. #glaucomaweek #getaneyeexam
Winter weather will be bad next week. We are closed Monday and Tuesday. Many of our patients and several of our staff live in surrounding areas that tend to have frozen over bridges and loss of electricity. We want to be safe. We are calling to reschedule any appointments. Thanks for your patience.
Warmer weather, flowers blossoming, trees growing… Spring is finally here! Make sure your sunglasses are close by, you’re going to need em’!
Millions around the world suffer and live with brain injuries, and they all want the same things we want: to live a normal, healthy life. Brain injury affects who we are and how we SEE the world. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, make sure to schedule an eye exam.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Spring is almost here! And you know what that means... Tomorrow at 2am make sure you set your clock forward by 1 hour.
Winter weather will be bad next week. We are closed Monday and Tuesday. Many of our patients and several of our staff live in surrounding areas that tend to have frozen over bridges and loss of electricity. We want to be safe. We are calling to reschedule any appointments. Thanks for your patience.
Have a great weekend!
Happy World Optometry Day to all eyecare professionals around the world! We are so proud to be in this amazing profession and to have the opportunity to meet and examine remarkable patients on a daily basis. Today kicks off the first day of World Optometry Week. Celebrate with us by scheduling your eye exam!
Warmer weather, flowers blossoming, trees growing… Spring is finally here! Make sure your sunglasses are close by, you’re going to need em’!
Millions around the world suffer and live with brain injuries, and they all want the same things we want: to live a normal, healthy life. Brain injury affects who we are and how we SEE the world. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, make sure to schedule an eye exam.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
