What Are Spring Allergies?
Spring has sprung, and the change in season promises fairer weather and new beginnings. Unfortunately, spring’s new growth can also create seasonal allergies that leave you with congestion, headaches, and itchy, swollen eyes. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, eye allergies are also called allergic conjunctivitis, are pretty common. They occur when the eyes react… Read More
March Is Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Prevent Blindness, the oldest eye health and safety nonprofit organization has declared March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. This year many people have increased their digital screen time for many remote employees. Prevent Blindness is raising awareness this year about digital eye strain and providing tips on decreasing the effects of increased screen time. Symptoms… Read More
Women’s Eye Health
March is Women’s History Month that celebrates women’s contribution to history, society, medicine, and culture. There have also been groundbreaking contributions from women within eye healthcare as well. We want to take this time to highlight our women eye care team that has contributed to improving patient’s quality of life by improving their vision and… Read More
World Glaucoma Week
World Glaucoma Week is a global initiative of the World Glaucoma Association (WGA) to raise awareness about glaucoma. The 2021 theme ‘The World is Bright, Save your Sight!’ reflects the hope that with regular testing, people will continue to see the world around us: full of beauty, charm, and adventure. To mark World Glaucoma Week, Central Florida… Read More
March is Save Your Vision Month
Save Your Vision Month is celebrated every March and sponsored by the American Optometric Association. Save Your Vision Month aims to increase awareness about good eye care and encourages everyone to get an eye exam. The celebration was initially reserved for only a week. However, President Lydon B. Johnson raised its profile in 1963 by… Read More
