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!
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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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:
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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REMINDER! Tomorrow, Daylight Savings ends...
Happy Halloween!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
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Happy Birthday to these two special people. Dr. Garbig’s birthday is today and Mrs. Garbig was earlier this month.
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.
Happy Veterans Day!
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.
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!
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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Your benefits run out by the end of the year! Book an eye exam today.
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!
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!
Happy Friday and have a great weekend!
Don’t forget to use your vision benefits or flex spending plan. Schedule an appointment today.
Your benefits run out by the end of the year! Book an eye exam today.
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?”
Don’t forget to use your flex spending account before they run out at the end of the year. Schedule an appointment today!
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.
Drop the cheap plastic lenses and get something that will make your vision crisp in all areas. Schedule an appointment today!
Merry Christmas Y’all!!
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Come by to SEE us and we’ll make sure you’ll see your “beary” best this holiday season!
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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You can use your benefits to buy new designer frames or update your lens prescription. Schedule an appointment today!
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Wishing everyone a healthy and very Merry Christmas!
The countdown to Christmas is almost over! What's your favorite family holiday tradition? 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?
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Ellie is excited to show you her first “pair” of glasses. They’re so colorful and look adorable on her.
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.
Wishing everyone a year filled with love, laughter, joy, and happiness… Happy New Year! 🥂
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New year, new perspective! Go ahead and get a new perspective with healthy eyes and don't forget to schedule your eye exam.
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We can easily manage the early and late stages of Glaucoma to help you retain the most of your eyesight. Schedule an eye exam today!
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!
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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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Why do we have eyebrows? Not only do eyebrows express our feelings, but they’re also our eyes' personal umbrellas!
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We pray for our Presidents, present and past.
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We’ve finally made it to the end of the week! Happy Friday everyone, and have a safe weekend!
With glaucoma, vision loss is progressive and can go undetected until significant vision is lost. Make a glaucoma screening part of your health checkup. Schedule an eye exam today!
Happy Birthday to one of our wonderful “girls”, Mandy. Hope you have a great day!
False! It may give you a headache but it won’t cause your eyes to permanently be stuck that way.
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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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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of severe vision loss in people aged 60 and older. If you are over 50, contact us to schedule your yearly comprehensive eye exam.
Look at this handsome guy sporting his new glasses. You look great, Jaxson! Enjoy your book.
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The best treatment is prevention. Don't wait until your vision is lost to schedule an appointment, it could be too late! Book an appointment today!
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
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The first sign of macular degeneration is usually a dim, blurry spot in the center of your vision. Symptoms may not appear until the disease has progressed, as the early stages of macular degeneration are often asymptomatic. Book a comprehensive eye exam today!
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!
Have a great day and better weekend!
We are excited to introduce you to our newest team member, Katie. Please join us in welcoming her to our “family”.
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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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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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
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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
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Happy Pi Day! 3-14
Spring is almost here! And you know what that means... Tomorrow at 2am make sure you set your clock forward by 1 hour.
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Warmer weather, flowers blossoming, trees growing… Spring is finally here! Make sure your sunglasses are close by, you’re going to need em’!
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