January 16, 2023 —
Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a good time to revisit the symptoms and risk factors for “the sneak thief of sight.” The most common form of glaucoma, primary open-angle glaucoma, usually has no symptoms in the early stages. As many as... Read More
February 24, 2020 —
Low Vision Awareness Month During the month of February, eye health experts have been observing Low Vision Awareness Month, an opportunity to highlight the many ways people with partial vision loss can preserve their independence and make the most of their remaining sight. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) describes low vision as “a visual... Read More
January 7, 2019 —
January Is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, and if you’re a little behind in creating your New Year’s resolutions, getting an eye exam is a good one to add! According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF), sponsor of this national event, more than 3 million people in America are living with some form of this disease,... Read More
June 13, 2017 —
June is Cataract Awareness Month, a great time to get an eye exam. During the exam, your doctor will check for the presence of cataracts, which are caused by the clouding of the lens of the eye. Cataracts cause dull, blurry vision and make it harder to take part in normal, daily activities. The bad... Read More
July 1, 2015 —
The American Academy of Ophthalmology offers tips for buying shades that helps you protect your vision from harmful UV rays of Houston sun. Everyone knows sunglasses make it easier to see on a sunny day, whether you’re out on the road or the water. However, wearing the right sunglasses is also the best defense for... Read More
