by theeyeinstitute | Dec 22, 2014 | Blog
One of the most common patient complaints during the winter months is dry eyes. In the cooler climates, cold winds and dry air, coupled with dry indoor heating can be a recipe for eye discomfort. Dryness and irritation can be particularly debilitating for those...
by theeyeinstitute | Dec 4, 2014 | Blog
Winter break is in a few weeks and, with college students finding their way home for the holidays, it is a good time for parents to check in and make sure their independent kids are taking care of themselves properly.Vision plays a key role in learning as well as...
by theeyeinstitute | Nov 25, 2014 | Blog
If you or a loved one suffers from diabetes, awareness of the threat of vision loss due to diabetic eye disease should be a top priority. Don’t wait until it is too late to learn about the risks. Here are eight true and false questions about diabetic eye disease...
by theeyeinstitute | Oct 31, 2014 | Blog
You may have experienced this before. Out of nowhere, your eyelid starts twitching uncontrollably. While this can be a cause of aggravation, eyelid twitches, spasms or tics are actually quite common. Here are 7 things you should know about this eye condition: Eye...
by theeyeinstitute | Oct 23, 2014 | Blog
October is ‘Eye Injury Prevention Month’ in the USA and ‘Eye Health Month’ in Canada. There are about 285 million people living with blindness and low vision all around the world. Children account for some 19 million of them. The vast majority...
by theeyeinstitute | Sep 28, 2014 | Blog
The World Sight Day Challenge, slated to take place on October 9, 2014 is an annual awareness day that aims to focus global attention on blindness and vision impairment worldwide. The day aims to create awareness that blindness can be avoided if there is universal...