Category: General

Visual impairment has become a global and increasing problem. It was estimated by the World Health Organization that by 2020, 7.9 billion people globally will be affected by vision. The estimation includes all age groups. Moreover, many of those who will become affected will suffer from blindness. The good thing however becomes that many eye […]

One of the complications of diabetes develops as diabetic eye disease. However, not many diabetic patients are familiar with diabetic eye disease so here are 5 facts that you may not have discovered about diabetic eye disease:   1. Diabetic eye disease is not diabetic retinopathy   Diabetic eye disease develops differently than diabetic retinopathy. […]

Back in 2012, there was a story in the Daily Mail about a young woman named Jennie Hurst, who went for a swim with contact lenses on and some days later turned out one eye blind. Going blind from misuse of contact lenses is not an urban legend. The dangers of swimming with contacts are […]

Summer’s here again. So are all kinds of outdoor fun! Beaches to swim in, mountains to climb, new places to travel to and visit. Having good vision makes outdoor activities more enjoyable, but if you’re wearing contact lenses, extra care is essential for maintaining eye health and minimizing risks for dry eyes and eye infection. […]

The visual issues that many people develop in later life can be irritating, particularly for people whose self-image is that they do not wear glasses nor need any sort of corrective work done. For these individuals, the entire process is a pain that they do not want in their lives. Monovision is one possible solution […]

How long has it been since you considered the health of your eyes? Now, compare that to health of your skin. Like many, we seldom think about our eyesight, let along the things to do to preserve good vision. Often we only think about the health of our eyes when we start suffering from poor […]

If you are a seasoned camper and have been wearing contact lenses for years, then you know how difficult it can be for those who go camping for the first time wearing their contact lenses. For the novice campers with contact lenses out there, here are the top five things to do when camping with […]

Choosing the right eyeglasses can be quite daunting especially if it is your first time wearing them. Just thinking about it can be quite overwhelming as there are so many things to consider, from how they will complement the shape of your face, to whether they’ll be the right ones for the job and other […]

Wearing glasses does not mean you have to stop enjoying swimming. Sure, wearing your eyeglasses can be a bit of a nuisance as they slip off your face whenever you go under water. It is better if you are not that dependent on your glasses, but if you are among those who cannot see clearly […]

Food is the building block of our body and with a healthy diet we cannot only prevent many diseases, but also minimize some existing ones. People must find a diet that works for their metabolism and specific genetics. In general, following a healthy eating routine of leafy greens, colorful fruits, and whole grains may help […]