Optometry Cares virtual 5K at Springlake with my daughter, Katie. #optometrycares5k
Now that the smoke has cleared we can appreciate the transitioning of the Sonomaroma from essence of dairy to scent of marijuana. Oh, the olfactory challenges we endure living in Sonoma County. Marijuana has many effects on the eyes. The THC component causes the blood vessels to dilate which lowers the eye pressure, the blood pressure and visual processing. The vasodilation also increases the blood flow to the surface of the eye creating the glassy redness commonly associated with being "stoned." … [ 160 more words ]
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We have resumed routine eyecare, contact lens appointments and optical services. Medical care will continue for emergencies and we plan to begin seeing patients for dry eye treatments sometime in June. Your visit to Westside Optometry will look a little different with precautions taken for your safety and ours. Masks that cover the mouth and nose are required for everyone coming into the office. [ 43 more words ]
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Cleaning eyewear and dealing with foggy eyeglasses during Covid-19 Pandemic
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Mask + Glasses = Foggy Lenses
First of all, let me express how much all of us at Westside Optometry miss you, our patients. This has been a very trying time for all of us. Secondly, it is safe to continue wearing your contact lenses, but very important you wear them as prescribed. That means properly washing your hands before inserting and removing the contact lenses. [ 115 more words ]
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Contact Lenses during COVID-19 Pandemic
Is it safe to wear contact lenses during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Yes, as long as you follow proper wear and care instructions:
Always wash and dry your hands before inserting and removing lenses
Regularly disinfect contacts (or throw away daily use lenses)
Discontinue lens wear if you are sick
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Age-Related Macula Degeneration (ARMD) is a progressive disease that damages the area of the eye that is responsible for color, clarity and visual details, the macula. If the integrity of the macula is compromised by blood, fluid, or tissue changes the result is blurry and distorted vision. Vision loss can occur suddenly or slowly. Causes of Macula Degeneration There are causes of ARMD that are beyond our control and there are causes that we can control....
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A Mediterranean diet is representative of the countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. The menu includes daily consumption of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, healthy fat, fish, poultry, beans and eggs. Dairy and red meat are limited. A new study shows that to gain the benefits of a Mediterranean diet all components should be included to achieve a nutrient rich diet. It is also important to limit or eliminate processed foods and "white" foods such as rice, bread and sugar....
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