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Can Eye Exercises Improve Your Vision?

Written By Michael Healy

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Vision issues caused by eye-strain are on the rise. Fueled by a dramatic increase in the time spent on electronic devices, computer vision syndrome (CSV) has become a leading cause of these eye-related health issues.

On average, people now spend nearly seven hours a day looking at their phones, computers, or television.

Considering this, eye exercises have become a worthwhile tool for reducing eye strain and maintaining and improving overall eye health. In this article, we explore CVS and a number of other common eye health issues, share specific eye exercises and their benefits, and explain how they can help mitigate eye strain and other vision problems.

Keep Your Eyes Extra Safe in the Summer

Written By Courtney Dryer

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As the days get longer, and we approach summer, it’s crucial to prioritize your eye health. More time outdoors, increased exposure to UV from the sun, and more time spent in the water can affect your short- and long-term eye health. We will discuss five tips for improving your eye health during summer.

What Is Contact Lens Allergy? Your Complete Guide

Written By Michael Healy

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Since being introduced in 1994, daily disposable contact lenses have revolutionized vision correction by offering convenience and flexibility to over 45% of the 40 million contact users in the United States. However, for some, discomfort and eye irritation have raised concerns about the potential of having a contact lens allergy.

Allergic reactions to contact lenses can show up in various ways, impacting comfort, vision, and overall eye health. If you wear daily disposable contact lenses and have noticed ongoing eye discomfort or irritation characterized by dry eye, itching, or increased watering of the eyes, you might wonder if you are allergic to your contact lenses.

This post takes a detailed look at what contact lens allergies are, explores their symptoms, potential causes, and diagnosis, and shares strategies to help manage discomfort stemming from a contact lens allergy.

Common Medications that May Affect Your Vision

Written By Courtney Dryer

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Does your vision seem to fluctuate? Does it seem clearer some days?

Have you ever considered your medications may be impacting your visual clarity? Medications play an important role in the management of health conditions by providing both relief and improvement in well-being. However, some medications can have a substantial impact on your vision, both temporarily and permanently.

Whether the medication is prescribed to address a chronic condition or over the counter for temporary relief, certain drugs may induce visual side effects that affect the clarity, focus, or overall health of the eyes. Understanding the potential impact of your medications on your vision is vital for both healthcare providers and patients alike so they can make informed decisions.

Here are a few common categories of medications that can affect vision and their ocular effects.

Can Vaping Cause Eye Problems? What to Know

Written By Michael Healy

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The emergence of electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, and vapes marks a significant shift in how people consume nicotine. Initially marketed as a safer alternative to traditional tobacco products, vaping devices have quickly gained popularity, particularly among teens and young adults.

The allure of different flavors, sleek designs, and a perceived safer product has fueled the exponential growth of the vaping industry, transforming it into a multi-billion-dollar market with an estimated 85 million people worldwide using e-cigarettes and vapes on a regular basis.

However, as we learn more about vaping, a number of serious health risks are beginning to surface. As you might expect, much of this attention has focused on the adverse effects of vaping on respiratory and cardiovascular health. However, like smoking, vaping contributes to significant negative health effects on more than just the heart and lungs.

Which leads us to the question: Can vaping cause eye problems? And the answer is becoming clearer with more research.