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.
Why Tiny Laser Pointers Are a Big Problem for Pilots (Video)
You’ve probably seen news reports about people shining laser lights into the cockpits of airplaines. Why is this news?
How Photos of Your Child Can Help Detect Eye Disease
Most of us take photos of our kids and grandkids because they make us smile. But these photos also can provide useful — or even life-saving — information about eye health.
Can Prediabetes Put Your Vision at Risk?
Find the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Opthamalogist Sumit Sharma, MD, answers this one.
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Your Lifestyle May Increase Your Risk of Age-Related Vision Loss
People with a genetic link to agre-related macular degeneration can lower their risk of developing the condition by changing their unhealthful habits,
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.
Is Eyeliner Bad for Your Eyes? Keep Makeup from Harming Your Health
Mascara and eyeliner can enhance your eyes, but there are dangers you should know about. Get 7 tips on how to keep your eyes healthy when you use makeup.
Don’t Rub It! First Aid Tips for 5 Eye Irritants, Injuries
Most eye injuries, like getting soap or a tiny foreign body in the eye, are minor. Others, such as those that occur in some work environments or during sports play, require prompt medical attention.
Blue and Black Dress? Or White and Gold? Depends on Your Eyes
We can all agree that it’s a dress. But what color is the dress? The answer may depend on three things: how your eyes are built, the context in which you view the dress, and how your brain perceives color. Do you see a blue and black dress? Or is it white and gold? Perhaps … Read More
Cataract Symptoms Can Signal Other Diseases That Need Treatment Now
Is it time for cataract surgery? It turns out, there are lots of good answers to that question – but only one best choice. Cataracts, as it turns out, can be taken care of at any time. However, there is one very good reason to be evaluated right away, Dr. Gans says. Cataract-like symptoms may signal … Read More
