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Step into 2025 with confidence and style by upgrading your eyewear. With premium brands like Maui Jim and Lacoste, our designer collection has something for...

A diagnosis of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to mean giving up the activities you love. With the...

As the year draws to a close, it’s a meaningful time to reflect on the mission, achievements, and values that guide the work of our...

Living with low vision creates challenges that extend beyond vision itself. Everyday interactions—such as recognizing faces, following group conversations, or maintaining eye contact—can become frustrating...

Insurance benefits often reset annually, making it crucial to use them before they expire. Learn practical steps to make the most of your coverage, from...

Living with low vision doesn’t mean giving up on the activities that bring joy, connection, and relaxation. With the help of low vision glasses or...

As the end of the year approaches, don’t miss the chance to maximize your vision insurance benefits before they expire! Schedule your eye care appointment...

As we age, changes in our vision are common, but for individuals with dementia, vision loss can be even more pronounced. Many patients with dementia...

As the days grow shorter and nighttime sets in earlier, driving can become more challenging, especially for those experiencing vision loss. Glare from headlights, streetlights,...

Demystifying Myopia Myopia (or nearsightedness) is an increasingly common condition affecting millions worldwide. Studies show that 50% of the population will become myopic by 2050....

Understanding Vision Loss from Eye Diseases Eye diseases like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma can lead to significant vision loss. Many people have trouble...

As proud members of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS), our eye care team believes that there’s life after vision loss. That’s why...

Whether you spend a significant amount of your day on a computer, tablet or smartphone, the blue light that is emitted from these devices may...

Living with low vision can be a challenging journey, but there is hope. Research has shown that individualized low vision therapy, including the use of...

Did you know lighting in the home is critical for even daily tasks? It's even more so for those with vision loss. Recent findings reveal...

Swimming isn't just a recreational activity; it's a therapeutic experience that offers numerous advantages for individuals with low vision. In this article, we discuss how...

Maintaining independence and quality of life is key for individuals with low vision. As members of The International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS), our...

Vision loss can be challenging, but it's important to remember that even if you have low vision, protecting your eyes and the skin around them...

Children often don't realize that they have a vision problem. Since school vision screenings are unable to detect vision problems related to reading and learning...

As cataracts worsen, they lead to a wide range of symptoms: from blurry vision and light sensitivity to halos around lights and colors appearing less...

Eye allergies can mean the difference between feeling energized from a morning jog and spending the rest of the day suffering from dry, itchy, irritated...

Ortho-k Has Been Shown to Effectively Slow Myopia Progression in Children Myopia can significantly impact your child’s performance in school and sports and can lead...

Spring is finally here! Enjoy going for walks in nature, but find it causes eye allergy flare-ups? Eye allergies can mean the difference between feeling...

Myopia can significantly impact your child’s performance in school and sports and can lead to serious eye diseases later in life. Ortho-K, can help slow...

Early detection of glaucoma is key, as it allows for earlier treatment and control of the condition.

Glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts are all eye diseases and the risk of developing these sight-threatening conditions increases if you have diabetes

We've improved the lives of patients living with low vision by offering a wide variety of low vision aids to help them continue doing the...

The older you are, the higher your chance of having low vision.

High myopia – severe nearsightedness – is associated with an increased risk of serious eye diseases such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause severe vision loss, but early detection can help preserve your vision.

Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Family Eyecare Center of Optometry to schedule your appointment.

Children and adolescents with diabetes are significantly more likely to suffer from dry eye syndrome (DES) than their non-diabetic peers. Read on to learn why...

Cutting-edge apps, coupled with low vision aids and devices, can help people with low vision live full, independent lives.

Many retinal conditions can lead to vision loss if not diagnosed early and treated promptly. If your optometrist notices signs of retinal disease, they’ll manage...

Here are 5 of the most popular low vision aids for 2023 that patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) use to maintain their independence and...

Discover why experts say there’s a myopia epidemic, and learn what you can do to keep your kids’ eyes healthy. The Myopia Management Center At...

Medication doesn't always work to heal dry eye syndrome's underlying cause. The following natural and holistic remedies may relieve your eye discomfort and relieve your...

Ocular albinism affects a person’s eyes and vision in several ways. Thankfully, the low vision aids we offer at The Low Vision Center at Family...

Your eye experts at Family Eyecare Center of Optometry have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season....

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a progressive eye disease that impairs central vision. Here we’ll discuss the most common low vision glasses for AMD and...

Did you know that having atrophied meibomian glands can signal uncontrolled blood sugar levels? To learn more or to schedule an appointment, contact Family Eyecare...

Aging comes with many blessings but also certain challenges. Having a higher risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of them. Fortunately, a...

Did you know that a risk factor for developing myopia (nearsightedness) is living in an urban area? But don’t worry – the myopia management program...

If you love to cook but have low vision, working in the kitchen safely and independently can be challenging. At The Low Vision Center at...

Are you tired of waking up with dry, itchy eyes? Several things can lead to dry eyes, including certain medications, eyelids not closing properly at...

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...

Glaucoma in children is rare, but when it occurs, it must be treated with surgery to prevent vision loss. Read on to learn more about...

Traditional myopia correction uses glasses to improve visual acuity, but they are not a solution for controlling myopia’s progression and may even contribute to worsening...

If you or your loved one is struggling with low vision, please don't lose hope. Low vision technology helps people with severe vision loss maximize...

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s...

The most important reason for choosing myopia management is to protect your child’s precious gift of sight from sight-threatening eye diseases. But here’s an added...

Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's...

Many substances and situations can cause dry eyes, such as certain medications, hormonal changes, and your environment. No matter the cause, having dry eyes feels...

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Family Eyecare Center of Optometry without delay if you or a loved one experiences...

If you've been diagnosed with macular degeneration, glaucoma, or other sight-robbing eye diseases, don't lose hope. Low vision aids such as magnifiers, special glasses and...

Childhood myopia — nearsightedness — is reaching epidemic proportions. Fortunately, there are steps parents can take to reduce their child’s risk of developing myopia.

Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without...

High myopia isn’t just difficulty seeing faraway objects. It can actually increase the risk of developing serious eye diseases later in life. Read on to...

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...

A recent scientific study suggests that it may be possible to slow down or even reverse the aging process. Read on to learn how this...

Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help...

Whether you call it eye goop, crusties or gunk, there are times when a bit of mucus around your eyes is normal — and times...

Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.

Sunglasses are important for everyone, and especially for people with low vision. Here are several things to consider when purchasing a new pair of sunglasses.

Myopia management, an optometrist-developed program, can slow and even halt the progression of a child’s myopia. Read on to learn more.

Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.

Studies have found a correlation between asthma and dry eye syndrome. Fortunately, a dry eye optometrist can help by treating your uncomfortable dry eye symptoms.

Low vision is often thought of as blindness. However, low vision is only partial vision loss. Learn more about the different types of vision loss...

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So, you found out you have astigmatism. (This whole time I actually thought it was called a “stigmatism”. Anyone else think the same?) This is...

Every now and then, my upper eyelid starts to twitch at random times. The worst is when I am talking to someone and I am...

Four-year-old Evan knows how to keep himself busy. On any given day you can likely find him doing one of his favorite things—building Legos with...

Gets the red out! 10 hours of comfort! Protects and soothes irritated eyes! Fast acting! These are the promises made by over-the-counter (OTC) red eye relief products like...