Ever wonder why you have two eyes? Or why some people are color blind? Want to know what newborns can see?
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Take a peek at these extremely interesting facts about your eyes from ophthalmologist Richard Gans, MD, and discover some awesome insights about one of our most interesting and complex senses.
“The eyes truly are a window to your health and are an awesome example of how your brain and the rest of your body work together to shape your literal perspective of the world,” Dr. Gans says. “So make sure to take good care of them — get your yearly exam, keep them clean and protect them from the sun, smoke and any other environmental hazards.”
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