The truth about your eye twitch
The truth about your eye twitchIt’s annoying. It’s persistent. And everyone has had one at some point in time. What is it? It’s the annoying eye twitch. And while sometimes the cause is obvious, the...
View ArticleWhat you should know about this eye problem
What you should know about this eye problemIt’s subtle, not easily detectable, and it’s the leading cause of irreversible blindness and visual impairment in the world. Age-related macular degeneration...
View Article13 habits that are detrimental to your eyes
13 habits that are detrimental to your eyesYou’re likely guilty of one or two bad habits that can lead to infections, injuries, and in some cases, the loss of eye sight. Dr. Hailee Brayton,...
View ArticleHow to prevent vision loss caused by diabetes
How to prevent vision loss caused by diabetesDiabetes is the leading cause of blindness in Americans 20-74 years old. Thankfully, 95% of vision loss caused by diabetes can be prevented by a routine...
View ArticleWhat is LASIK?
What is LASIK?LASIK surgery has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for decades, but lots of people still don’t know what it is. Dr. Harold Sy, an ophthalmologist at Advocate...
View ArticleAre you guilty of skipping this appointment for your child?
Are you guilty of skipping this appointment for your child?In our modern-day society, it’s more common now than ever for children to grow up using technology like smartphones, televisions and tablets....
View ArticleWhat are eye floaters?
What are eye floaters?Have you seen dots, squiggles, cobwebs, strings or blobs in your vision recently? You may be experiencing eye floaters, which while common, could be a sign of retinal damage. Eye...
View ArticleLocations a stroke can occur other than the brain
Locations a stroke can occur other than the brainYou may be familiar with strokes affecting the brain due to a blocked or ruptured artery. But did you know strokes can also occur in other parts of the...
View ArticleShould you get your eyes dilated?
Should you get your eyes dilated?Eye dilation is a common practice at the eye doctor. The process involves using special eye drops to enlarge your pupil, which in turn allows your doctor a better view...
View ArticleNeed a good cry? Go ahead, it may be beneficial
Need a good cry? Go ahead, it may be beneficialWhether moved by a story’s happy ending, saddened by a breakup or tearing up while chopping onions, crying is completely normal and may even benefit your...
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