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As we approach the end of the year, it’s a great time to remember to use any remaining balance in your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) before it expires. These accounts allow you to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health expenses, including eye care services and products at our optometry office.

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly common in children. While it might seem like a minor inconvenience that can be easily corrected with glasses or contact lenses, the condition can have more serious long-term implications if not properly managed. So, how serious is myopia in kids? Let’s dive into the key concerns and why early intervention is essential.

Dry eye is a common condition that can significantly impact your vision and overall eye health, especially when wearing contact lenses. As a contact lens wearer, understanding the causes, prevention, and management of dry eye is crucial to maintaining comfortable and healthy eyes.

Engaging in sports is a fantastic way to stay fit, build teamwork, and develop discipline. However, with the thrill of athletic activities comes the risk of injuries, particularly to the eyes. Proper eye protection is crucial to ensure that athletes can enjoy their sport safely and continue to see the world clearly. This blog post explores the importance of eye protection in sports and offers tips on choosing the right protective gear.

As summer winds down and the back-to-school season approaches, parents and students alike are busy preparing for the new academic year. From shopping for school supplies to organizing schedules, there's a lot to think about. However, one essential task that often gets overlooked is scheduling a back-to-school eye exam. Ensuring your child’s vision is in top shape can significantly impact their academic performance and overall well-being. 

When it comes to the world of gymnastics, precision, balance, and focus are key. For athletes who compete at the highest levels, any perceived disadvantage can be a significant hurdle to overcome. Yet, for Stephen Nedoroscik, a renowned gymnast for the USA, one unique challenge has shaped his journey: living with strabismus and wearing glasses.

We've all been there, experiencing that irresistible urge to rub our eyes, whether it's due to tiredness, irritation, or simply a habit. However, what many people don’t realize is that rubbing your eyes can be harmful. In this article, we'll explore the reasons why you should resist this common impulse and how it can protect your vision and overall eye health.

The American Optometric Association recommends children have their first eye exam before the age of one. Dr. Lucas Wilson is an InfantSEE provider, which provides free eye exams to children under the age of one. Learn more at infantsee.org. The next exam should be between the ages of 3 and 5. Most importantly, a child should have their eyes examined before first grade and annually thereafter.

In today's digital age, where screens dominate our daily lives, a growing concern has emerged: the rising prevalence of myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness. This visual condition, characterized by the inability to clearly see distant objects, is often brushed aside as a mere inconvenience. However, ignoring the signs and symptoms of myopia can have far-reaching consequences that extend beyond simple vision impairment.

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is the inability for light to focus properly on the retina to form a clear image because the eye is too long. This can cause far away objects to appear blurry. When the eye is too long this can cause the tissue in the back of the eye to stretch and lead to significant ocular health problems. Treatments have been developed to slow the progression of myopia.