Blogs About Eye Health
Cataract Surgery Recovery: A Day-by-Day Timeline
The day you have cataract surgery can mark a major step toward clear vision, but it is only the beginning of your healing journey. Your eye continues to recover after you leave the surgical center, and different symptoms and milestones can appear as the days pass. The good news is that improved vision is a…
How Often Should You Really Get Your Eyes Checked? Age-by-Age Recommendations
If you only schedule an eye exam when your vision feels “off,” there’s a good chance you’re waiting too long. Many vision changes develop gradually, long before symptoms are obvious. How often you should get your eyes checked depends on several factors, including your age, overall health, and whether you already wear glasses or contacts.…
Can High Blood Pressure Affect Your Eyesight?
Most people worry about what high blood pressure does to the heart, but your eyes are just as much at risk, if not more. Let’s explain how. High blood pressure and eyesight are closely linked, and when your BP goes out of control, your eyes are among the first organs to show the damage. The…
Digital Eye Strain: How Screens Are Affecting Adult Vision in 2026
By: Kristen Clark, OD – Clarus Eye Centre February 25, 2026 In 2026, digital devices are central to adult life. From work and communication to entertainment and social interaction, most adults spend many hours connected to screens. But this digital immersion has a cost – one that often goes unnoticed until discomfort sets in. Digital…
Glasses vs. Contacts: Which Is Right?
You reach for your glasses the second you wake up. By midday, they’re slipping down your nose, catching glare, or getting in the way. Later, you switch to contacts and notice something different. You have clearer edges, more freedom, but also a subtle dryness that builds throughout the day. Plus, they can be pricey! That…
Managing Dry Eye in a Changing Climate: Tips for All Seasons
Dry eye is a more common health condition than most people realize. In the US alone, nearly 16.4 million people have to live with this condition. Unfortunately, dry, itchy, or burning eyes can feel worse when the weather changes. Whether it’s cold air in winter, dry heat in summer, or the constant blast of indoor…
Understanding Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight
Glaucoma is a complex eye disease, often called the “silent thief of sight” because it progresses gradually and without warning. According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation, more than 3 million Americans have glaucoma, but only half of these people know they have it. Glaucoma is a disease that damages the optic nerve and can cause…
Celebrating Ophthalmic Technicians Week: A Bright Future in Eye Care
Ophthalmic technicians are the unsung heroes of the eye care industry. Often working behind the scenes, they play a critical role in diagnosing and treating eye conditions and diseases. From taking patient histories to performing advanced diagnostic tests, they provide invaluable support to ophthalmologists and optometrists. In recognition of their hard work and dedication, Ophthalmic…
FDA Warns Certain Eye Drops Pose Risk
FDA warns consumers not to purchase or use certain eye drops from several major brands due to risk of eye infection: READ ARTICLE HERE