How well do over-the-counter “cheaters” work — and when is it really better to invest in prescription reading glasses? Optometrist Robert Engel, OD, offers The Short Answer.
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Why Your Eyes Are Crusty in the Morning
Do you ever wonder about the crusty stuff in the corners of your eyes when you wake up in the morning? Find out why it’s there and when excess eye discharge could signal a problem.
If You Have Diabetes, Can Omega-3s Protect Your Eyes?
Diabetic retinopathy is the leading eye disease for people with diabetes. Learn more about how adding omega-3 fatty acids to your diet may lower your risk.
Styes: How You Can Avoid Them and Best Treatment Tips
Styes in your eyes? Keeping the eyes clean and resist the urge to rub, even during allergy season. This can go a long way toward avoiding these troublesome bumps.
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Why You Have That Pesky Eye Twitch — and When to Seek Help
There’s nothing worse than trying to focus during the day with an annoying eye twitch that won’t stop. Find out if it’s a symptom of something serious.
Should You Take Zinc for Your Macular Degeneration?
Some people with macular degeneration take a vitamin supplement like zinc to help protect against vision loss. But is that the best choice? Research shows a mix of specific vitamins and minerals that can be safer and more effective.
Can Using Too Much Aspirin Hurt Your Eyes?
Could your aspirin use be putting your eyesight at risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD)? Learn about the health benefits and potential risks of regular aspirin use.
Can Your Camera Help Diagnose Childhood Cancer?
A white cloudy spot on a child’s pupil in flash photos isn’t always a photo error. It can serve as a sign of a rare but dangerous form of childhood eye cancer called retinoblastoma.
These 7 Facts Can Help You Save Your Eyesight
These seven facts about wet age-related macular degeneration could save your eyesight. Your doctor can give safe, monthly eye injections with little discomfort.
15 Fascinating Facts About Your Eyes (Infographic)
Do you know where the fastest muscles in your body are? Do you think your eyes stay the same size throughout your life? Discover surprising stats about the most prized of all our senses: the eyes.