Dempster Eye Center is a proud member of the American Optometry Association, and has been serving the Niles and surrounding community since 1993!
We're here for all your eye exam and eyewear needs. Because your safety is our top priority, we maintain stringent COVID-19 protocols including temperature checks and screening for all customers and staff, mandatory mask wearing, and regular cleaning and disinfection of all our equipment, eyewear and surfaces. β¨ππΆβ¨
Call us if you'd like more info or to book your appointment today!
π (847)470-1115
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π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Protect your eyes from harmful UV rays year round! βπΆ Browse our massive selection of high quality and designer eyewear today~
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
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Alternatives to handshakes, hugs and high fives!
The Wave π
The Hand on Heart β€οΈ
Namaste π
Hello (International Sign Language) π
The "What's Up" Nod π§βπ¦±
The Peace Sign βοΈ
The Bow π
The "What a Year, Huh?" π€·
World Health Organization (WHO) is sharing a COVID-19 Update.
September 24 at 4:35 PM Β·
Alternatives to handshakes, hugs and high fives during COVID-19
According to a new study, wearing eyeglasses (in addition to wearing masks of course!)ππ· may lower your chances of contracting the coronavirus!
More studies are needed, but the information thus far is quite interesting! Read on to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/y2wmobtg
AAO.ORG
Could Glasses Protect Against COVID-19?
Are you having trouble seeing things clearly? Blurred vision is a common issue, and it may be benign and short-lived or it can be indicative of something more serious. Check out these 9 common causes of blurred visionπ«π:
πhttps://tinyurl.com/y3yfadm8
BETTERVISIONGUIDE.COM
9 Causes of Blurred or Distorted Vision | Better Vision Guide
Dempster Eye Center updated their business hours.
Complete your Halloween costume with the perfect pair of frames! From Clark Kentππ¦Έββ to Harry Potterπ€β‘ and more, check out these great bespectacled costume ideas!
https://tinyurl.com/y6oqsc7y
ALLABOUTVISION.COM
Complete your costume with the perfect eyeglass frames
Considering Halloween contact lenses? ππ Check out these tips from an eye doctor!
https://youtu.be/TTAr6Wcx6Xs
YOUTUBE.COM
Halloween Contact Lenses: Tips from an Eye Doctor
October is Home Eye Safety Month! π₯½π¦Ί
Almost 50% of eye injuries happen at home, so be sure to practice good eye safety and wear protective glasses when you're working or playing around the house! π€
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π₯½π¦Ί: https://tinyurl.com/y6a348nz
Feeling stressed? π΅ As health care professionals, we know that managing stress is a very important part of managing your health and well being. Check out the most effective, scientifically proven ways of reducing your stress, ASAP!
π₯πhttps://youtu.be/lDecu0ME1Zo
YOUTUBE.COM
7 Simple Tips To Reduce Your STRESS Right Now
A new study suggests that exercise may guard against eye damage!
This could help stave off macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss among people 50 or older.πΆπββπ
Read on to learn more! πhttps://tinyurl.com/y2qsnajs
AAO.ORG
Exercise May Stave Off Eye Disease, Study Finds
#EyewearTip:
βDON'T clean your glasses with your shirt!
β
DO clean your glasses with a clean microfiber cloth.
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Can you buy colored or costume contacts without a prescription? Find out 5 must-know answers to questions like this, plus how to keep your eyes safe when buying and wearing special-effect contact lenses this Halloween!
https://youtu.be/4GMtkLXaeoM
YOUTUBE.COM
5 Must-Knows About Halloween Contact Lenses
Donβt let an eye infection be the scariest part of your Halloween this year!! π±π You can safely buy contact lenses from eye doctorsβ offices, online, or by mail order with a valid prescription.
https://tinyurl.com/y4s8quy7
CDC.GOV
Keep Your Eyes Safe on Halloween.
An estimated 11.5% of adults have droopy eyelid, but many donβt know itβs considered a disorder β or that it can be treated!
Read on about the very first prescription fix for droopy eyelids:
πhttps://tinyurl.com/y3y7ukqh
AAO.ORG
First Prescription Fix for Droopy Eyelid
Sleeping with your contacts in drastically increases your risk of eye infection ~~ Take your contact lenses out every night!
https://tinyurl.com/y3zrq4qw
40 awesome and easy Halloween costumes for glasses-wearers! π€π€#halloween #costumeideas #glasses
https://www.popsugar.com/love/Costumes-Women-Who-Wear-Glasses-35927430
POPSUGAR.COM
40 Easy Costume Ideas For Glasses Wearers to Rock This Halloween
Legally blind doesn't mean totally blind ~ but what does it mean, exactly?
Breaking down the meaning, causes and more for "legally blind"
πhttps://tinyurl.com/ya6denru
VERYWELLHEALTH.COM
Government and Health Insurers Criteria for Legal Blindness
Happy Monday~ #QuoteoftheDay:
βThe real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.β ππ
β Marcel Proust
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Being in front of a computer screen all day can strain your eyes, neck and shoulders. Check out these quick and effective tips and eye exercises for digital eye strain relief!
https://youtu.be/rPfCtJ1PX9I
YOUTUBE.COM
5 Tips and Eye Exercises for EYE STRAIN Relief
A recent study found that children as young as 6 already show signs of eye damage from secondhand smoke. π
πhttps://tinyurl.com/y6c7ah6e
Secondhand smoke is already a known threat to eye health among adults, linked to issues such as cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness.
AAO.ORG
Secondhand Smoke Damages Childrenβs Eyes, New Study Finds
#DidYouKnow: Your FSA and HSA dollars can be used towards your eyecare and vision costs! π©βπ¬πππΆ
πFrom exams and prescription lenses, to sunglasses and frames, and even some accessories like lens cleaning solutions and rewetting drops. Be sure to use your FSA and HSA dollars before they expire at the end of the year!
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Surprising but true: here is a sad case of a teenaged boy who lost most of his vision due to a junk food diet. πhttps://tinyurl.com/y5pr7bfe
Even in developed countries, poor diet can starve people of key nutrients essential for developing and maintaining healhy vision! Make sure you are eating healthy and balanced meals! π₯¦π
π₯π
AAO.ORG
Here's How Picky Eating Leads to Vision Loss
#DidYouKnow: The 3 major causes of blindness in the U.S. are:
1. Glaucoma
2. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
3. Diabetic eye disease
Early detection can save your eyesight - remember your annual eye exam!
π (847)470-1115
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π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
#DidYouKnow: Vision can be lost to eye diseases without symptoms. Friendly reminder to get a comprehensive eye exam every 1-2 years!
Call us at π (847)470-1115 for more info or to book an appointment today~
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Happy November!! πππ¦
It's Diabetic Eye Disease Month, which aims a spotlight at prevention. Diabetes increases the risk for a wide variety of health concerns, but vision loss is one of the most common and preventable. Get an annual comprehensive dilated eye exam, and make sure your ophthalmologist knows your health history!
"Early detection, timely treatment and appropriate follow up care are the only ways to prevent vision loss." ~ National Eye Institute
π (847)470-1115
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π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Happy Halloween! Have fun and be safe!! ππ¦π»
If you are diabetic and have noticed any of these symptoms, schedule an eye exam immediately!
For more information, visit us at π www.dempstereye.com, or call us at π (847)470-1115.
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
The anatomy of the eye is fascinating, and this quiz game will help you memorize the 12 parts of the eye with ease! ππ
https://online.seterra.com/en-an/vgp/3802
ONLINE.SETERRA.COM
The Eye
We are so thankful for your service ~ Happy Veterans Day! πΊπΈ
Pink eye can be painful and embarassing -- learn how to get rid of pink eye quickly and safely!
πhttps://youtu.be/qEg7sJKRhXI
YOUTUBE.COM
π΄ How to Get Rid of Pink Eye | 3 Must Know Facts About Pink Eye and Conjunctivitis - YouTube
Does this image seem like it's moving? π€¨ππ Optical Illusions can use color, light and patterns to create images that can trick our brains! ππ§
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#FunFact: It IS possible to sneeze with your eyes open - but we don't recommend it. Closing our eyes when we sneeze is likely a protective mechanism to help avoid irritation and/or illness!
βAnd it goes without saying nowadays, but wear a maskπ· and sneeze into your elbow!
https://www.self.com/story/sneeze-eyes-open
SELF.COM
Is It Humanly Possible to Sneeze With Your Eyes Open?
Let the weekend begin!!
#happyfriday #friyayπ
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect your cells (including your eye cells!) from damage by free radicals, and possibly helps protect against cataract formation!
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We're here for all your eyecare and eyewear needs! Take a virtual walkthrough of our facility, with wall-to-wall eyewear displays and exam rooms complete with updated technology. π¬ππΆ
πΉWe've also implemented additional safety measures, such as: increased cleaning and disinfection, mandatory screening, masks and temperature checks for all staff and customers.
For more information or to book an appointment, visit us at π www.dempstereye.com, or call us at π (847)470-1115!
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Common wisdom says that eating lots of π₯carrotsπ₯ will power up your vision to Hawkeye levels. π¦
π But is there any truth to this vegetable factoid?
Find out with the #HowStuffWorks gang! πhttps://youtu.be/1-mZC79E1V0
YOUTUBE.COM
Do Carrots Really Give You Better Eyesight?
Are under-eye bags and dark circles dragging you down? π Give them a wake-up call with these simple, natural remedies! π
https://helloglow.co/puffy-eye-natural-remedy/
HELLOGLOW.CO
16 Natural and Effective Ways To Treat Tired, Puffy Eyes
Have a very Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!! π¦π π₯§
Celebrate safely! β€οΈ
Check out these Thanksgiving feast foods that your EYES will be especially thankful for! π¦π ππ
πhttps://discoveryeye.org/your-eyes-will-be-thankful-for-thanksgiving-dinner/
DISCOVERYEYE.ORG
Your EYES will be thankful for Thanksgiving Dinner! -
#DYK: Your FSA funds can help you pay for eye exams, new glasses, prescription sunglasses, contact lenses and many eyewear and care accessories. π©βπ¬πππΆ
Read on to learn more about FSA dollars and how to be sure youβre not letting yours go to waste! πhttps://tinyurl.com/y5rkb6x3
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π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Brown is by far the most common eye colorπ, but do you know what the rarest eye colors are? If you guessed "green"π you're wrong!
https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-the-rarest-eye-color-5087302
VERYWELLHEALTH.COM
What Is the Rarest Eye Color?
Flu season usually peaks between December and February. If you haven't already, the first week of December is a good time to get your flu shot! ππ©Ή #NationalInfluenzaVaccinationWeek #flushot
πhttps://tinyurl.com/y6gvsqcy
NATIONALDAYCALENDAR.COM
NATIONAL INFLUENZA VACCINATION WEEK β First Full Week in December
The average person blinks 12 times a minute. πβ²
(Bet you just blinked!)
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Remember to avoid the 3οΈβ£ Cs!
1οΈβ£ Crowded places
2οΈβ£ Close-contact settings
3οΈβ£ Confined and enclosed spaces
These are the places where COVID-19 spreads most easily. Stay safe: keep your distance, wear a maskπ· and wash your handsπ§π, everyone!
World Health Organization (WHO)
November 25 at 4:12 PM Β·
There are certain places where COVID-19 spreads more easily:
1οΈβ£ Crowded places
2οΈβ£ Close-contact settings
3οΈβ£ Confined and enclosed spaces
Avoid the 3οΈβ£ Cs.
#DYK: It's possible for your eyes to get sunburned. π₯π₯π Remember to wear sunglasses with UVA+UVB protection year round! ππΆ
Sunburn to the eye isn't the same as sunburn to the skin; when sunburn occurs to the eye, it's over a long, gradual period of time. Prolonged sun exposure will eventually lead to thickened tissue within the eye, which might necessitate eye surgery.
Check out these fun and creative ways to spend your FSA or HSA towards eye care and gear! ππΆ πhttps://tinyurl.com/s42dygmπ
Remember, FSA/HSA dollars expire on December 31st, so use them before you lose them! πΈ
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Each week, adults should do:
πat least π150β300 minutes of moderate-intensity πΆ aerobic physical activity; or
πat least π75β150 minutes of vigorous-intensity π aerobic physical activity throughout the week.
Staying active improves all aspects of our lives! From preventing diseases to boosting mental wellbeing, every move counts. #BeActive #EveryMoveCounts
https://www.facebook.com/WHO/posts/3773793525999336
World Health Organization (WHO)
November 26 at 9:30 AM Β·
WHO recommends adults do
π at least 150β300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity; or
π at least 75β150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout the week.
Staying active improves all aspects of our lives. From preventing diseases to boosting mental wellbeing, every move counts.
#DYK: Most of us aren't using enough hand sanitizer for it to be effective. Check out these #FastFactscts about hand sanitizer!
The holidays may look different this year, but there's still plenty of places to see some truly spectacular Christmas lights! πβ¨ Will definitely be checking out Northbrook Court's drive-through lightshow! β¨πβ¨
πhttps://tinyurl.com/y3b69kkj
Have a great weekend everyone, be safe and healthy!
TIMEOUT.COM
Where to see dazzling Christmas lights in Chicago
#DYK: Your HSA and FSA dollars can be used towards eyecare and vision costs! π©βπ¬πππΆ
πFrom exams and prescription lenses, to sunglasses and frames, and even some accessories like lens cleaning solutions and rewetting drops. Remember to use your HSA/FSA dollars before you lose them December 31st!
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
What exactly does the coronavirus vaccine do in your body? ππ§¬
π₯Watch the AsapSCIENCE guys break it down:
πhttps://youtu.be/the81FQoAUI
YOUTUBE.COM
What The Coronavirus Vaccine Does To Your Body
Do you wear your sunglasses at night? ππ If so, why? (We really don't recommend it.) π
π #sunglassesatnight #CoreyHart #SendMeBackSaturday
https://youtu.be/X2LTL8KgKv8
YOUTUBE.COM
Corey Hart - Sunglasses At Night (Official Music Video)
#FunFactFriday: Your iris π (the colored part of your eye) has 256 unique characteristics; your fingerprintβοΈ has just 40.
Your FSA and HSA dollars can be used towards eyecare and vision costs! π©βπ¬πππΆ
πFrom exams and prescription lenses, to glasses and frames, and even some accessories like lens cleaning solutions and rewetting drops. Don't forget to use your FSA and HSA dollars before they expire at the end of the year!
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Cool video of treating an elephant's infected eye! Elephants are such amazing animals~ ππ
π₯ https://youtu.be/VfJ7FVhAcdQ
YOUTUBE.COM
Treating Jabu's eye | Living With Elephants - Botswana elephant rescue, research & education centre.
Ever see halos around lights? Sometimes they're a harmless response from the eye, or a result of wearing glasses or contact lenses. However, these halos can also be a red flag and a side effect of other diseases like cataracts.
Read on to learn possible causes and what to watch out for
πhttps://tinyurl.com/y7zfhp5y
VERYWELLHEALTH.COM
What Causes Halos Around Lights?
New to contacts? It can be daunting trying to put contact lenses in the first few times ~ here's a good how-to for beginners!
https://youtu.be/wlPyYkq3LnY
YOUTUBE.COM
Contact Lenses for Beginners | How to Put in Contacts
#TBT to our holiday party last year ~
So much has changed since then, but we're grateful to all still be healthy and keep our doors open!
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Use them before you lose them! πΈ Your FSA and HSA dollars expire on December 31st, and can help you pay for eye exams, new glasses, prescription sunglasses, contact lenses and many eyewear and care accessories. π©βπ¬πππΆ
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!! π
β¨π
Stay safe and warm! π§£π§€π€
Stay safe while shopping for gifts this holiday season!ππ
βοΈ Avoid crowded shopping centres
π Shop during slower, less crowded times
π Shop online - Many stores have free, same-day in-store or curbside pickup available!
World Health Organization (WHO) is sharing a COVID-19 Update.
December 22 at 9:51 AM Β·
Shopping this holiday season? ππ
βοΈ Avoid crowded shopping centres
π Shop during less crowded times
π Shop online
Your FSA and HSA dollars can be used towards eyecare and vision costs! π©βπ¬πππΆ
πFrom exams and prescription lenses, to glasses and frames, and even some accessories like lens cleaning solutions and rewetting drops. Don't forget to use your FSA and HSA dollars before they expire at the end of the year!
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Cool video of treating an elephant's infected eye! Elephants are such amazing animals~ ππ
π₯ https://youtu.be/VfJ7FVhAcdQ
YOUTUBE.COM
Treating Jabu's eye | Living With Elephants - Botswana elephant rescue, research & education centre.
Here's a good New Year's Resolution: Take out your contacts every single night! ππ΄
Sleeping with contacts is not only super uncomfortable, it can lead to serious eye infections and even vision loss. Make sure you clean them daily with disinfecting solution, too!
Happy 2β£0β£2β£1β£βΌ ππ₯³π
Looking forward to a much brighter new year!! #goodbye2020 #wemadeit #celebratesafely
"Iβm beginning to think βhindsight is 2020β was some kind of message from a future time traveler that we all misunderstood." ππ
Looking back at the past year with 20/20 hindsight will certainly be quite a thing. #goodbye2020 #celebratesafely!!
https://twitter.com/vtg2/status/1276884674300837888
AOA.ORG
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Eye Health Care Guide for Patients
Working from home? Hours in front of a screen, regular Zoom calls -- these all put strain on our eyes, leading to headaches, dry eyes, blurry vision and more. π₯π±π»π« Check out these 10 tips for Digital Eye Strain Relief!
πhttps://www.allaboutvision.com/cvs/irritated.htm
#FunFactFriday: Forget 50 shades -- The human eye can only see about 30 different shades of gray! π₯π #themoreyouknow
https://www.popsci.com/humans-can-only-distinguish-between-about-30-shades-gray/
POPSCI.COM
Humans Can Only Distinguish Between About 30 Shades Of Gray
Good computer glasses are worth it β if you know what to look for. π₯π
https://www.allaboutvision.com/buying-glasses/computer-glasses-worth-it/
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
ALLABOUTVISION.COM
Are computer glasses worth it? - All About Vision
#DYK: The term for having two different-colored irises is called heterochromia iridis.
Heterochromia iridis is hereditary, meaning it runs in the family.
However, if you grew up having the same colored eyes but then noticed later in life that one eye has changed color, that could actually be a sign of sickness and you should get your eyes checked out by a doctor. Babies born with different-colored eyes but who don't come from families where heterochromia iridis is known to exist should also be checked out by a doctor.
π (847)470-1115
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π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
We're all being exposed to a huge amount of COVID-19 information on a daily basis, and not all of it is reliable. Here are 7οΈβ£ tips for telling the difference and stopping the spread of misinformation β¬οΈ
https://www.facebook.com/WHO/posts/3885234878188533
World Health Organization (WHO) is sharing a COVID-19 Update.
January 4 at 8:00 AM Β·
We are all being exposed to a huge amount of COVID-19 information on a daily basis, and not all of it is reliable.
Here are 7οΈβ£ tips for telling the difference and stopping the spread of misinformation β¬οΈ
Here's a good New Year's Resolution: Take out your contacts every single night! ππ΄
Sleeping with contacts is not only super uncomfortable, it can lead to serious eye infections and even vision loss. Make sure you clean them daily with disinfecting solution, too!
Need another reason to quit? Smoking can lead to vision loss, and increases the risk of:
βΊAge-related macular degeneration
βΊCataracts
βΊGlaucoma
βΊDiabetic retinopathy
βΊDry eye syndrome
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π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
January is Cervical Cancer awareness month, a great time to talk about how human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines can help prevent cancer. Cervical cancer was once the leading cause of cancer death for womenπ in the United States.
β Get informed
β Get screened
β Get vaccinated
Now, thanks to cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination, it is the most preventable of all female cancers!
World Health Organization (WHO)
January 10 at 4:22 PM Β·
This Cervical Cancer awareness month,
β Get informed
β Get screened
β Get vaccinated
Cervical cancer can be prevented and treated, if caught early.
4 big reasons to get your eyes checked - even if you have 20/20 vision!
If you don't have vision problems, getting an eye exam probably hasn't been your top priority. But visiting an ophthalmologist won't just tell you about your eyes, it can reveal a lot about your health.
https://youtu.be/TlzTJUrUryQ
YOUTUBE.COM
4 Big Reasons to Get Your Eyes Checked (Even With 20/20 Vision)
#FunFactFriday: Forget 50 shades -- The human eye can only see about 30 different shades of gray! π₯π #themoreyouknow
https://www.popsci.com/humans-can-only-distinguish-between-about-30-shades-gray/
POPSCI.COM
Humans Can Only Distinguish Between About 30 Shades Of Gray
Good computer glasses are worth it β if you know what to look for. π₯π
https://www.allaboutvision.com/buying-glasses/computer-glasses-worth-it/
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
ALLABOUTVISION.COM
Are computer glasses worth it? - All About Vision
Vaccinated! ππ
For our patients, our community, & our health!
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!! πΊπΈ
#DYK: Eye styes are caused by a bacteria found in the nose, that is easily transferred to the eye when someone rubs their noseπ, then their eyeπ.
More #facts about eye styes!
β‘https://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/styes.htm
ALLABOUTVISION.COM
7 Eye Stye Facts: Identify and Cure Your Stye
#Reminderπ: Sunglasses are important in winter, because fresh snow can reflect 80 percent of UV rays, nearly DOUBLING your overall exposure to solar UV radiation. πΆβ And if you skiβ· or snowboardπ, choosing the right lenses is essential for adequate UV protection on the slopes!
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Illinois will start relaxing COVID-19 restrictions for qualifying regions starting tomorrow, and while only four regions currently meet state metrics many are on the verge.
Cook County is not quite there yet, but close. Let's all do our part and keep ourselves and others safe!
#wearamask #washyourhands #socialdistancing
WGNTV.COM
Many Illinois regions near metrics for relaxing COVID-19 restrictions as state reports 6,652 cases, 88 deaths
We've all heard it before, but it bears repeating: Don't sleep in your contact lenses!! ππ΄
Here's whyπ https://tinyurl.com/y3cuez3k
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VERYWELLHEALTH.COM
Why You Shouldn't Sleep in Your Contacts
#DYK: The length of your eyeball has a lot to do with whether you're nearsighted or farsighted. People who are nearsighted have a longer-than-normal eyeball, while people who are farsighted have a shorter-than-normal eyeball.
Just a millimeter change in the length of the eye will change the prescription for that eye!
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π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Word #OTD:
"Ommatophobia" = fear of eyes πβ
Eyewear ππΆ trends that will be huge this year!!
πhttps://tinyurl.com/y3l9n336 ππ
Want to see and try them on in person? We carry a massive stock of high quality and designer frames!
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WHOWHATWEAR.COM
7 Eyewear Trends I Predict Will Be Huge in 2021
Vaccinated! ππ
For our patients, our community, & our health!
#DYK: Contact lens prescriptions expire for the same reasons that medical prescriptions expire. They are regulated by the FDA, which considers contact lenses medical devices!
Learn more here: https://www.verywellhealth.com/contact-prescription-expiration-dates-3421634
VERYWELLHEALTH.COM
Why Does a Contact Lens Prescription Expire?
#FunFactFriday: If the human eye were a digital camera, it would have 576 megapixels! πΈπ
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See how locationπΊ, proximityβ¬
β‘ and timeβ° can help you make safer choices when you're in an area of widespread COVID-19 transmission. Stay safe everyone!
https://fb.watch/3gipmmIvcf/
World Health Organization (WHO) is sharing a COVID-19 Update.
January 23 at 2:04 AM Β·
Check out this animation and see how location, proximity and time can help you make safer choices when you're in an area of widespread COVID-19 transmission.
Diabetes affects many areas of your body, including the eyes. If you have diabetes, protect your eye health and vision with regular comprehensive dilated eye exams!
Learn more at πhttps://www.bettervisionguide.com/diabetic-retinopathy/π
or give us a call at π (847)470-1115.
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We've all heard it before, but it bears repeating: Don't sleep in your contact lenses!! ππ΄
Here's whyπ https://tinyurl.com/y3cuez3k
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These are tough times for a lot of individuals and families, particularly with another polar vortex here! π¬β Some ways we can help our local communities:
πΈNiles Township Food Pantry is a fantastic local nonprofit. Check out their latest updates, location, hours and more
πhttps://www.facebook.com/NilesTownshipFoodPantryFoundation/
πΈThe Village of Morton Grove's website also has an excellent compilation of ways to help, from donating blood, PPE, food, and more.
πhttps://www.mortongroveil.org/covid19/how-you-can-help/
#staywarm #staysafe #supportlocal
Niles Township Food Pantry Foundation
Today is World Cancer Day. π Here are some ways to reduce your cancer risk:
π Don't use tobacco
πββοΈ Exercise regularly
π
Eat healthy foods
βοΈ Avoid strong sunlight for prolonged periods
π₯ Drink less alcohol
Let's beat cancer!
World Health Organization (WHO)
February 4 at 1:27 AM Β·
Today is World Cancer Day
Here are some ways to reduce your cancer risk:
π Don't use tobacco
πββοΈ Exercise regularly
π
Eat healthy foods
βοΈ Avoid strong sunlight for prolonged periods
π₯ Drink less alcohol
Let's beat cancer!
If your eyes turn red while wearing your contacts, it may mean you are simply overwearing them. However, there are many conditions that can cause increased eye redness while wearing contacts.
Below are the top seven reasons why your contacts may be causing red eyes.
πhttps://tinyurl.com/y52ufmqx
Thereβs no scientific evidence that COVID-19 vaccines trigger vision or eye-related side effects, and the benefits of being vaccinated against COVID-19 outweigh the potential side effects! ππ©Ή
Read on for more information here: https://www.allaboutvision.com/coronavirus/covid-vaccine-side-effects-vision/
π #Reminder: Wear your sunglasses, even in the winter!! Fresh snow can reflect 80 percent of UV rays, nearly DOUBLING your overall exposure to solar UV radiation. πΆβ
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Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science!! π©ββπ©βπ¬π©βπ
Our doctor and owner, Dr. Sunae Ma, is well acquainted with being on the forefront as a woman in a STEM field. In 1987, she won an outstanding Young Women in America award, and has been in practice for over 30 years! π©βπ¬πͺ
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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF WOMEN AND GIRLS IN SCIENCE β February 11
Remember not to touch your face and eyesπβ Contact with the mucous membranes of your face (eyes, nose and mouth) with dirty hands lets germs and viruses enter the body.
Wear a Maskπ·
Wash Your Handsππ§
Don't Touch Your Face πββΊοΈ
Socially Distanceπ§β¬
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#DYK: The 3 major causes of blindness in the U.S. are:
1. Glaucoma
2. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
3. Diabetic eye disease
Early detection can save your eyesight. Remember to schedule your annual eye exam!
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π Watch and follow the journey of a vaccine from development and clinical trials β‘οΈ to manufacturing and cold storage β‘οΈ to vaccination! π
https://fb.watch/3s6wtedMWP/
World Health Organization (WHO) is sharing a COVID-19 Update.
February 3 at 4:52 PM Β·
π Watch and follow the journey of a vaccine from development and clinical trials β‘οΈ to manufacturing and cold storage β‘οΈ to vaccination π
These are tough times for a lot of individuals and families, particularly with another polar vortex here! π¬β Some ways we can help our local communities:
πΈNiles Township Food Pantry is a fantastic local nonprofit. Check out their latest updates, location, hours and more
πhttps://www.facebook.com/NilesTownshipFoodPantryFoundation/
πΈThe Village of Morton Grove's website also has an excellent compilation of ways to help, from donating blood, PPE, food, and more.
πhttps://www.mortongroveil.org/covid19/how-you-can-help/
#staywarm #staysafe #supportlocal
Niles Township Food Pantry Foundation
#DYK: A cataract is a clouding of the normally clear lens of your eye. For people who have cataracts, seeing through cloudy lenses is a bit like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. βπ
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If your contact lens is uncomfortable and you're sure it isn't torn, you might be inserting it inside out! ππ
Putting in contact lenses the wrong way may make them shift around or pop out, and can even scratch your eye if left in for too long.
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See the difference between normal vision, nearsightedness and farsightedness! π
With normal vision, an image is focused onto the retina. In nearsightedness (myopia), the point of focus is in front of the retina. In farsightedness (hyperopia), it is beyond the retina.
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πHappy Valentine's Day!!π
Teach your kids how to wash hands βπΎπ€πΌ with Baby Shark! πΆπ¦
π₯: https://fb.watch/3A1BUrDc-v/
#washyourhands #wearamask #staysafe #stayhealthy
World Health Organization (WHO) is sharing a COVID-19 Update.
February 6 at 4:58 PM Β·
Teach your child how to wash hands βπΎπ€πΌ with Baby Shark π¦
Here's why it's important to keep wearing your maskπ· even after you've been vaccinatedπ!!
π₯: https://fb.watch/3NjxQkQBDh/
Mayo Clinic posted a video to playlist Mayo Clinic Insights on COVID-19.
February 19 at 7:51 AM Β·
Mayo Clinic Insights: Dr. Abinash Virk explains why it is important to wear your mask, even after you have been vaccinated. For more up to date information about COVID-19, visit https://mayocl.in/3aUioXa
#WordOTD: Nyctalopia - also known as night blindness.
Nyctalopia reduces a person's ability to see clearly at night or in environments with low lighting. It is not a disease itself but a symptom of an underlying problem, usually a retina problem, such as glaucoma. In some cases, myopia can make it very hard to see at night.
Learn more here! π
https://www.verywellhealth.com/nyctalopia-overview-5096910
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What Is Nyctalopia (Night Blindness)?
Broccoli is great for your vision and eye health! π₯¦ππ₯¦
Broccoli is packed full of lutein and zeaxanthin, which are two of the most important nutrients for eyes becuse they help prevent oxidation of the retina and age-related degeneration. An antioxidant (called sulforaphane) found in broccoli may also prevent blindness!
Question: What exacty are eye boogers? π€π
Short Answer: It's residue of the stuff the coats and protects our eyeballs all the time. Learn what itβs made of and why it turns into gunk overnight in this video!
π₯: https://youtu.be/3H1BRZpuFwM
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What Are Eye Boogers?
Here's why it's important to keep wearing your maskπ· even after you've been vaccinatedπ!!
π₯: https://fb.watch/3NjxQkQBDh/
Mayo Clinic posted a video to playlist Mayo Clinic Insights on COVID-19.
February 19 at 7:51 AM Β·
Mayo Clinic Insights: Dr. Abinash Virk explains why it is important to wear your mask, even after you have been vaccinated. For more up to date information about COVID-19, visit https://mayocl.in/3aUioXa
#DYK: If you're cleaning your glassesπ with your shirt, there's a high chance you're scratching the lenses with abrasive fibers and/or unseen dirt and particles on the fabric. β
Always use a microfiber cloth to wipe your glasses! β
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Tomatoesπ
are a rich source of lycopene, lutein, and beta-carotene. These are powerful antioxidants that have been shown to protect the eyes against light-induced damage, the development of cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
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Astigmatism is a common refractive error that happens when parts of the eye are irregularly shaped, preventing light from focusing properly on the retina.
Learn more about astigmatism in this article!π
https://www.verywellhealth.com/astigmatism-test-5104850
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We all need to find healthy ways to cope with stress (these days more than ever!), otherwise it will take a big toll on both our mental and physical health. Remember to care for yourself by:
πΉTake breaks and unwind π§ββπ
πΉSafely connect with family and friends π»π
πΉBe physically active πΆββππ΄ββ
πΉEat healthyππ₯¦ and get enough sleepππ€
The "visual centers" in your brain are located around the lower back part of your head.
That is why if you were to fall very hard on the back of your head, it's possible to go blind temporarily. The optic nerve begins at the back of the eye, and through a series of connections, relays the visual images to the occipital cortex in the very back of the brain.
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#WordOTD: Nyctalopia - also known as night blindness.
Nyctalopia reduces a person's ability to see clearly at night or in environments with low lighting. It is not a disease itself but a symptom of an underlying problem, usually a retina problem, such as glaucoma. In some cases, myopia can make it very hard to see at night.
Learn more here! π
https://www.verywellhealth.com/nyctalopia-overview-5096910
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
VERYWELLHEALTH.COM
What Is Nyctalopia (Night Blindness)?
#DYK: Glaucoma usually occurs later in life, but it can happen at any age.
Glaucoma is a group of conditions that describe damage to the optic nerve thatβs usually caused by elevated pressure inside the eye; untreated it can lead to blindness.
Learn more about glaucoma here, including: risk factors, symptoms, diagnoses and treatments: https://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/glaucoma/
ALLABOUTVISION.COM
Glaucoma: causes, symptoms, and treatment
Today is World Glaucoma Day. Early detection is so important for controlling this often silent disease. Know the symptoms, and get a comprehensive eye exam at least every two years!
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Drink up! π§π Water is essential for the health and function of every single part of our bodies ~ including maintaining a healthy balance of fluid in our eyes! ππ§
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Traveling soon? π§³β Follow these safety guidelines both before AND after your travels!
#bonvoyage #safetravels #besafe #keepotherssafe
#FunFact: Our eyeballs are roughly the same size as a gumball! π The average human eyeball is 24 millimeters wide, and a regular gumball is about 27-28 millimeters.
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πHappy St. Patrick's Day!!π
"May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow,
And may trouble avoid you wherever you go!" ππβ
Fear of side effects, including how it may affect vision, ranks as the primary reason that some Americans remain hesitant to be vaccinated against the virus that causes COVID-19. However, no evidence has surfaced yet that any widespread side effects from the vaccines are related to vision.
Read on to learn more!
πhttps://www.allaboutvision.com/coronavirus/covid-vaccine-side-effects-vision/
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COVID-19 vaccine side effects and vision
βοΈReminder: Daylight Savings Time begins today! βπ± -- Remember to spring forward and turn any manual clocks + watches ahead 1 hour! πππ
#DYK: Glaucoma usually occurs later in life, but it can happen at any age.
Glaucoma is a group of conditions that describe damage to the optic nerve thatβs usually caused by elevated pressure inside the eye; untreated it can lead to blindness.
Learn more about glaucoma here, including: risk factors, symptoms, diagnoses and treatments: https://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/glaucoma/
ALLABOUTVISION.COM
Glaucoma: causes, symptoms, and treatment
Today is World Glaucoma Day. Early detection is so important for controlling this often silent disease. Know the symptoms, and get a comprehensive eye exam at least every two years!
π (847)470-1115
π www.dempstereye.com
π 5901 W Dempster Street #101, Morton Grove, IL 60053
Spring has officially sprung, and with it: allergy season. πΏπΌ
#DYK: COVID-19 and seasonal allergies share some symptoms, but not others. Use this chart to compare the common symptoms of COVID-19 and seasonal allergies so you can tell the difference!
If youβre sick, you may need a COVID-19 test to confirm your diagnosis. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/3qEzjRD.
Do you know which eye is your dominant eye? This quick test will help you figure it out! π₯π
β‘https://youtu.be/4Gbkca4RM-4
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How to Determine Your Dominant Eye with Our Dominant Eye Test
There are 5β£ moves we can all make each day to 'π²ππππππππ' COVID-19 transmission!:
π· Wear a mask
π€§ Cover coughs & sneezes
π§Ό Clean your hands
π Open a window if possible
βοΈ Keep a distance of at least 6 feet
https://fb.watch/4m1bhWY-Oy/
World Health Organization (WHO) is sharing a COVID-19 Update.
March 20 at 3:16 AM Β·
There are 5 moves we can all make each day to 'π²ππππππππ' COVID-19 transmission:
π· Wear a mask
π€§ Cover coughs & sneezes
π§Ό Clean your hands
Open a window if possible
βοΈ Keep a distance of at least 1m
#DYK: Omega-3 fatty acids enhance eyesight and reduce the risk of dry eye syndrome, macular degeneration, high eye pressure and glaucoma. ππ
Foods rich in Omega-3s include: coldwater fatty fishπ (salmon, tuna, mackerel), seeds (chia, flaxseed), nuts and avocados! π°π₯ #youarewhatyoueat
The old saying goes that "the eyes are the windows into the soul," but they can also be a window into your health! π
The eyes have some of the smallest blood vessels in your body, and often are the βwindowβ to showing early changes in general health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, stress, vision problems and much more.
Read on to learn more, including what signs and symptoms you can see yourself!
πhttps://medical-news.org/turns-out-the-eyes-could-literally-be-a-window-to-a-persons-health/21525/
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Turns Out the Eyes Could Literally Be a Window to a Person's Health Did you know