April is considered Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month, making it an ideal time to take stock in the issue. According to research, women tend to have more eye problems than men do in the U.S. because they usually live longer. Additionally, there are some […]
Tips for Preventing and Addressing Dry Eye Syndrome
Millions of people suffer from a condition referred to as ‘dry eye syndrome.’ Creating an uncomfortable situation for those who experience it, the problem can also increase one’s chances of infections and even lead to further problems and complications with the […]
World’s Leading Ophthalmologist, Dr. Edward Kondrot, Cycling 335 Miles to Raise Awareness for Macular Degeneration
On July 19, 2013, Dr. Edward Kondrot and his wife, Ly, are beginning a 335-mile bike through the beautiful Great Allegheny Passage. Their journey starts in Pittsburg, PA and ends in Washington, DC, an estimated ten-day ride. The couple are biking to raise awareness about alternative treatments for macular degeneration and asking for sponsors to […]
Doctor Touts Ultraviolet Light as Miracle Cure for Some Diseases
Summer is here and that means we will get a lot of sunshine. It also means that people will get a lot of warnings about the harmful effects of ultraviolet light (UV) that the sun provides. While people will be donning sunglasses and slathering on layers of sunscreen to avoid the UV light, one doctor […]