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Summer has arrived, and with the recent news from NOAA that the sun has increased the number of solar flares, it throws at us, its time to look at UV radiation levels. In the solar flares exist a variety of light waves which effect the body one of which lists as UV radiation. UV radiation […]

No one technique fits every patient. That is why the Houston Lasik clinic trains its staff and doctors in several techniques. If LASIK laser eye surgery becomes determined not to give you the best eyesight Houston Lasik has other options. What are the surgeries or terms used in a LASIK center? 1. LASIK means laser […]

Most people have heard that prolonged exposure to UV light can create cataracts in eyes over the long term. Eyes also need protection from shorter wavelengths of visible light. The shorter wavelength of visible light emits the wavelength of blue and violet. That lists as the wavelength, not the actual color.  The Eclipse and the […]

Now, close to ten percent of the population in the USA lists as elderly. The census defined elderly as those Americans of age 65 or older. Most of those senior Americans need eye care even in Houston. Health and Human Services with the Department of Commerce determined in its 2014 study that by 2050 that […]

Foundational to learning, reading offers the information that sets the stage for exploring what career options a person has. Reading requirements at college level remain heavy with assignments of many chapters to cover the material necessary. If any problems with the eyes exist in young adults, it will show. Symptoms • Eyes feeling sore or […]

Having a hawk’s or eagle’s visual acuity lists as something that many people desire. But truth be told – it is impossible. An eagle’s head structure and placement of its eyes allow it to have a wider field of vision – which is almost 360 degrees. On the other hand, a human’s field of vision […]

The answer is yes, no, and maybe – all of them deserve the same proportion of acceptance. A LASIK surgery can enhance any person’s life – sportsperson or not. Wearing glasses or contacts may be uncomfortable for sports people. Statistics suggest that very few sports people wear glasses, although the number of them wearing contacts […]

The symbol of the eye became an important part of people’s culture during the ancient times. Many of their beliefs have in fact became part of our own culture and symbols. Some of these beliefs affect how people approach LASIK and laser eye surgery. Here are some of the beliefs about the eyes during the […]

As we age naturally occurring changes to the body nudges us to make adjustments. One of the areas of the body affected by aging becomes our eyes. Around the middle forties, some adults see a blurring when they try to read. Classified as a normal change known as presbyopia the lens becomes slightly less flexible. […]

When your vision becomes blurry or when seeing at night becomes a challenge that gets worse due to halos or starbursts, it is tempting to want the problem to end right away. In fact, ending the problem as quickly as is humanly possible can become your main goal. However, often being patient is the best […]