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Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in LASIK on July 29, 2021

Are you debating saying goodbye to your contacts? Have you been wondering if LASIK is better than wearing contacts? Getting LASIK will change your life forever. Keep reading to see why LASIK is better than wearing contacts. LASIK Saves You Money  LASIK is expensive. There’s no denying that. However, it is a one-time cost, and… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on July 20, 2021

July is one of the warmest summer months, and it’s nice to enjoy the good weather as much as you can. But did you know that July is UV Safety Month? Did you know that there even is a UV Safety Month? Keep reading to learn more about UV Safety Month and see why it’s… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on June 28, 2021

Do you see halos around street lights when you look at them? Have colors started to look faded? These are two signs that you might be developing cataracts. When you start noticing that your vision is changing, all sorts of things can run through your mind. Learning you have cataracts and deciding that it is… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts, General Eye Health on June 16, 2021

Have you heard of cataracts? Are you aware of the importance of protecting your eyes while using fireworks? Not only does June mean the start of summer, but it is also Fireworks Eye Safety and Cataract Awareness Month. The American Academy of Ophthalmology wants you to learn about eye health and how to protect your… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Dry Eyes on May 28, 2021

The cause of dry eye syndrome varies from person to person, and so do the treatments. But LipiFlow can be a good treatment for many people, especially if you have meibomian gland dysfunction. Keep reading to learn about dry eye syndrome and determine if LipiFlow is right for you.  What is Dry Eye Syndrome?  Chronic… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on May 6, 2021

Do you know how to keep your eyes healthy? Our eyes let us watch TV, read, understand facial expressions, drive, and much much more. We need to keep our eyes healthy, so we can continue enjoying these activities. In honor of Healthy Vision Month, keep reading to learn about healthy life choices that keep your… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Dry Eyes on April 29, 2021

Do you find that your eyes are dry and itchy in the spring? Do you have allergies that amplify your dryness? Dry eye is a widespread yet treatable condition. It has many causes including, extended screen use, your environment, and allergies. If you develop dry eyes and have allergies, you could be in for a… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on April 8, 2021

Do you or your kids need to wear glasses or contacts to see clearly? Did you know that eye injuries from sports can cause vision loss?  In the United States, around 100,000 people experience some sports-related eye injury every year. About 13,500 of those eye injuries cause permanent vision loss. Can you see why it… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Glaucoma on March 31, 2021

Is it becoming challenging to see out of the side of your eye? Has your vision changed all of a sudden? It could be the sneakiest of all eye conditions, glaucoma. Glaucoma is so sneaky in fact, it is called “the silent thief of sight.” Typically though, glaucoma has no warning signs. Keep reading to… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health, Macular Degeneration, Optical Shop on March 29, 2021

Sunglasses can give you instant James Dean cool or Audrey Hepburn glamour, but they’re much more than just a fashion accessory. Sunglasses are an essential tool in safeguarding the health of your eyes. Sunglasses provide critical protection from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays. Long term exposure to UV rays can damage the surface of… Read More