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3 Tips for Protecting your Eyes for Healthy Vision Month

3 Tips for Protecting your Eyes for Healthy Vision Month

May is Healthy Vision Month, and here at The Eye Institute, we believe that vision health is part of an individual’s overall health management for school, for work, and for life. Being able to see clearly is just as important for a healthy and happy lifestyle as...
Managing Ocular Allergies

Managing Ocular Allergies

Springtime is coming, and if you’ve ever experienced a North Carolina spring you’re probably all too familiar with the fact that spring and “pollen season” are synonymous around here. While that thick coating of yellow dust is a major sign that spring has sprung, it...
Low Vision: The More You Know

Low Vision: The More You Know

February is Low Vision Awareness Month, and we need your help in getting the word out. Low vision affects millions of Americans, including many older adults. Only proper management can prevent further vision loss – and the loss of independence that comes with...
3 Foods That Help With Eyesight

3 Foods That Help With Eyesight

Many people resolve to improve their eating habits around this time of year. Did you know that certain foods can actually improve your eyesight and eye function? As you’re adjusting the foods you eat, consider these three; they offer benefits to your eyes as well as...
3 Eye Problems to Watch for Starting at Age 65 

3 Eye Problems to Watch for Starting at Age 65 

Our bodies age as we grow older and our eyes are no exception. If you are nearing the age of 65 or are past it, there are specific eye conditions that you should know about so you can catch them early. The earlier you catch certain eye diseases, the longer your eyes...