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Eye Health: Fact and Fiction

How much do you know about your eyes? Some things you may think you know as fact… may not be the truth. Myth: Reading in low light can harm your vision. FACT: Reading in low light may strain your eyes but it won’t ruin your eyesight. So the next time you catch the kids reading with a flashlight under the covers, don’t worry! Eye strain isn’t permanent. I always got yelled at for reading without enough lights on. Myth: Sitting too close to the television can harm your vision. FACT: Contrary to mom’s warnings, sitting too close to the television … Continue reading →

Get Your Eyes Checked to Prevent Glaucoma

As many as 4 million Americans are suffering from glaucoma — a disease caused by a build-up of fluid in the eye that puts pressure on the optic nerve, causing vision loss. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in the United States! It is not preventable or curable, but the progress of the disease can be slowed with early detection. People who are at risk for glaucoma: People over the age of 40 People with a family history of glaucoma People who are very nearsighted Diabetics African Americans Glaucoma develops gradually and painlessly over time. You may not notice … Continue reading →