Why You Should Wear Sunglasses in the Winter
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on December 23, 2013
Most of us associate sunglasses with warm weather, hanging out at the beach, and other fun summertime activities, and while sunglasses are important for preventing UV damage to our eyes, most of us make the mistake of forgetting to wear our favorite shades during the cold, and sometimes snowy, winter months. Here are some important… Read More
December is National Safe Toy and Gifts Month
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on December 2, 2013
Children’s bright eyes epitomize the spirit of the holiday season, but those same bright eyes can become weary and even injured without proper supervision during the holiday gift-giving season as toys and computer games can prove hazardous to children’s vision. The Consumer Products and Safety Commission reports that more than 230,000 toy-related injuries are treated… Read More
Eye Conditions Caused By Stress
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on November 18, 2013
Have you ever experienced an irritating eye twitch that just won’t seem to end? How about dry eyes or blurred vision? Have you ever thought that these issues could be caused by stress? It’s true, our eyes are an extension of our brain so whatever affects the various parts of our brain can actually interfere… Read More
Eye Health in the Office
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on November 5, 2013
Experiencing red or watery eyes, blurred vision or difficulty focusing after a day at work can often be the result of staring at a computer screen for eight or more hours. Office environments can certainly take their toll on your eyes. Here are some common symptoms and simple solutions to help maintain healthy vision during… Read More
World Sight Day
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on October 10, 2013
World Sight Day takes place Thursday, October 10th. It is a global event that focuses on raising awareness about blindness and vision impairment as well as rehabilitation for those living with visual impairments. This event happens every year on the second Thursday in October. It is estimated that about 80% of blindness is preventable. 9… Read More
Nighttime Driving and Your Eyes
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on October 2, 2013
Our days are about to become darker even earlier with the fall season officially upon us, which means more nighttime driving. According to a national survey, 32% of drivers reported that they have trouble seeing in the dark. Most of these drivers have difficulty judging distance, identifying signs or exits, and struggle to see animals… Read More
August is National Eye Exam Month
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on August 26, 2013
August can often be hectic as we rush to fit in the last bits of summer vacation before the school year starts and the weather cools down, but before you get too wrapped up in back-to-school and final summer plans, don’t forget about planning ahead for healthy vision by scheduling an eye exam for you… Read More
Heterochromia
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on July 12, 2013
July 12th is Heterochromia Awareness Day. Only 11 out of every 1,000 Americans have heterochromia, a condition that results in two differently colored eyes. This trait is commonly found in animals and is relatively rare in humans. One eye can be blue, while the other hazel. Or one eye may be brown while the other… Read More
June is UV Safety Month: Protect Your Eyes From The Sun
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on June 3, 2013
June is here and that means summer is upon us! June also means that it’s UV Safety Month – a great time to spread the message of sun, fun and the effects of UV rays. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the main cause of skin cancer, but can also damage your eyes if you leave them… Read More
Sports and Eye Safety
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on May 20, 2013
With warmer weather upon us, many of us are probably enjoying the sunshine by playing some recreational sports. Tens of thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur each year. The good news is that 90% of these serious eye injuries are easily preventable through the use of protective eyewear. The risk of eye injury varies depending… Read More
