November is Diabetic Eye Disease Month, making it an ideal time to raise awareness about preventive solutions. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), diabetes is the leading cause of blindness among working-age adults in the country. In fact, diabetic retinopathy is one of […]
Tips for Avoiding Computer Eye Strain
The majority of people today in offices spend a great deal of their time in front of the computer screen. Once people get home from work, they tend to fire up the home computer and use it for personal reasons. All this computer use leaves a lot of people experiencing what the American […]
5 Ways Eye Makeup Can Damage Your Eyes (and How to Avoid It)
We are a nation that loves beauty products. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, we spend around $10 billion annually on cosmetics, beauty supplies, and perfume. While we are busy trying to look our best, we often fail to realize that some of these products can do more harm than good. […]
5 Reasons to Observe National Eye Exam Month
This August is National Eye Exam month and in observance of the holiday it’s important to visit your eye doctor for a comprehensive eye exam. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmologists, the frequency of eye exams is dependent on an individual’s age, race, past ocular history, medical history, family history of eye […]
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 […]
Tips for Protecting Your Eyes from Cataracts
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), over half of all Americans over the age of 80 have cataracts. June is Cataract Awareness Month and an ideal time for reminding people about this serious condition that leaves people unable to see as they once had. While it is a common condition it is also […]