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What Does It Mean to be Color Blind?

Written By Louise Wood

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What does it mean to be color blind? It’s a question many people ask. “Color blind” doesn’t necessarily mean you only see shades of gray. In fact, it is extremely rare to be truly color blind (that is, you see only black and white).

For this reason, “color vision deficiency” (CVD) is a more accurate term. To have CVC means colors are visible but in different shades and intensities than normal.

It’s estimated that around 300 million people worldwide suffer from CVD (approximately 8% of men and 0.5% of women). If you’re ready to learn more, our guide will provide the answer to what does it mean to be color blind and many more questions about this condition!

Swimmer’s Eye: How to Stay Safe in the Pool

Written By Louise Wood

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Summer’s here! Fire up the BBQ and get in the pool. Hitting the pool will reset your body temperature—and your mood. It can also be a fun way to get fit. But what happens if you resurface with red, irritated eyes? You don’t want swimmer’s eye to ruin your pool experience! To prevent this condition, check out the safety advice below before you venture into the water this summer.

Presbyopia Eye Drops: A Practical Guide

Written By Michael Healy

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You may rely on eye drops for a variety of reasons: to treat allergies, relieve dry eyes, treat minor infections, and possibly, to help minimize the effects of glaucoma. As shocking as it may sound, you can add treating presbyopia to the list.

The development of presbyopia eye drops is great news for the nearly two-billion people who suffer from the condition.

How to Remove Contact Lenses and Insert Them: Our Top Safety Tips

Written By Louise Wood

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Congratulations, you have contact lenses for the first time! Now what? It’s time to learn how to remove contact lenses and how to insert them — safely.

Putting something in your eye for the first time is frightening. This guide shares tricks of the trade for easy handling and a comfortable first-time experience.

When learning how to remove contact lenses and insert them again, slow and steady wins the race. Before long, with a good routine and a bit of practice, it should become as easy as brushing your teeth.

Wearing Contact Lenses: Top 5 Safety Tips

Written By Michael Healy

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If you once wore glasses but have switched to contact lenses, you know the freedom that comes with making the switch. You’re able to exercise and participate in a number of other activities without having to worry about not being able to see clearly or breaking your glasses. But could it be possible that wearing contact lenses hinders your safety or eyesight?

We’d like to say no, but research confirms that to be true. That is, when you misuse or do not wear your contacts exactly as directed, there are risks.