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Myopia in Children: How to Treat and Manage This Condition

Written By Courtney Dryer

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It’s that time of the year again… Time to stock up on pencils, wide-ruled notebook paper, and get your kids’ eyes checked. All kids should have their eyes checked at the beginning of each school year and prior to kindergarten. Many learning disabilities are diagnosed incorrectly and may in fact be vision problems. In particular, myopia in children is on the rise.

Estimates claim 20% of children have refractive errors and require either glasses or contact lenses to improve their vision. Myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism are the most common refractive conditions. Additionally, lazy eye can be present in children and needs to be treated as soon as possible to prevent permanent vision loss.

Safe, Smart and Cool Sunglasses for Kids

Written By Kara Keigan

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While a mini pair of sunnies on your kid may seem like the most adorable fashion statement to make, sunglasses are an integral part of sun protection for your little one. UV rays are as harmful to children as they are to adults, with experts saying exposure can cause both short and long-term eye damage. So, what do you need to consider when buying your first pair of children’s sunglasses?

Are You at Risk for Macular Degeneration?

Written By Courtney Dryer

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Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) affects 10 million Americans each year. The number of cases is expected to rise as we are living longer.

How do you prevent getting macular degeneration?

If you have a family history of age-related macular degeneration, does that mean you will get it?

Is there anything you can do to improve my sight if I currently have ARMD?

More research and funding are being dedicated to this disease than ever before, yet there is still much we do not know.

What Are Polarized Sunglasses? A Quick Guide

Written By Michael Healy

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If you spend time outdoors, you probably understand just how beneficial a high-quality pair of polarized sunglasses is. But you may have some questions about them. You may wonder what are polarized sunglasses, how do they actually work, and do they actually protect your eyes?

Let’s take a look at polarized lenses to better understand how they work, their benefits and drawbacks, and whether or not they really provide an increased level of protection for your eyes.

10 Systemic Diseases Diagnosed by an Eye Exam

Written By Courtney Dryer

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Most people think of having their eyes checked when they experience blurry vision or want to purchase new eyeglasses or contact lenses.

You may not be aware of the many systemic diseases of the body that can be diagnosed from an eye exam. A dilated eye exam allows your eye doctor to look in the back of the eye at the blood vessels and retina to uncover signs of systemic diseases. Even if you are still seeing well, it is still important to have your eyes checked annually to make sure they are healthy.

Here are 10 systemic diseases that can be diagnosed by your doctor by looking at your eyes: