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Eye Health May 6, 2026May 28, 2026 Tim Turner

The Health Exam You Didn’t Know You Needed

If you’re like most Americans surveyed in a Harris Poll, you probably thought you would notice a change in your vision if you had an eye disease. The fact is some of the leading causes of blindness—such as glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy—can begin without any symptoms. That’s why The Eye MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology urge all healthy adults to get an eye exam at age 40, even if their vision seems fine. Early signs of disease and changes in vision may start to happen at this age. “Even if you think you have 20/20 vision, set up a time to get your eyes checked. It may save your sight,” said Dianna Seldomridge, M.D., clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Need more motivation to have your eyes examined? Here are four good reasons to…

Eye Safety April 10, 2026May 28, 2026 Tim Turner

Look Good, Play Well. But Don’t Sideline Eye Safety

As more women basketball players choose to look feminine on the court, the nation’s ophthalmologists warn of eye risks Basketball’s ranking as a leading cause of sports eye injuries was well established before female players emerged on the national stage, adopting a “look good, play well” attitude. The “tunnel fits” are undeniably awesome, but the extended nails and false eyelashes are putting female basketball players at an even higher risk for eye injuries on the court and possible sight-threatening infections, says the The EYE MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Every basketball season serves up examples of players suffering eye injuries from finger and elbow pokes to the eye, some severe enough to take them out of the game. Extended-length fingernails only add to the danger to players’ unprotected eyes.…

Eye Safety March 8, 2026May 28, 2026 Tim Turner

Protect Your Eyes From Too Much Screen Time

The average office worker spends 1,700 hours per year in front of a computer screen. And that doesn’t include our addiction to phones and other digital devices. All this screen time has led to an increase in complaints of eye strain, dry eye, headaches and insomnia. During Workplace Eye Wellness Month in March, The Eye MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology is offering tips to desk workers everywhere whose eyes may need relief from too much screen time. Why does computer use strain the eye? Mainly because people tend to blink less while using computers. Focusing the eyes on computer screens or other digital displays has been shown to reduce a person’s blink rate by a third to a half, which tends to dry out the eyes. We also tend to view digital devices at…

Eye Health February 5, 2026May 28, 2026 Tim Turner

7 Ways to Protect Your Eyes From Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of vision loss and blindness in Americans over age 50, affecting about 2.1 million people nationwide. Early diagnosis and treatment are the keys to preventing vision loss. During February, The Eye MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology is educating the public about the facts on AMD. AMD is a degenerative disease that happens when part of the retina called the macula is damaged. It’s the part of the eye that delivers sharp, central vision needed to see objects straight ahead. Over time, the loss of central vision can interfere with everyday activities, such as the ability to drive, read, and see faces clearly. Ophthalmologists – physicians who specialize in medical and surgical eye care – have more tools than ever before to diagnose the disease earlier, and to…

Glaucoma January 5, 2026May 28, 2026 Tim Turner

A Regular Eye Screening Could Prevent Vision Loss due to Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness worldwide. If caught early, glaucoma can be treated with medicated eye drops or laser treatments, but once vision is lost, it cannot be regained. That’s why The EYE MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology is urging people to get regular eye screenings to protect their vision. Glaucoma is a group of diseases that damages the eye’s optic nerve. The optic nerve transmits visual information to the brain, allowing us to see. Because glaucoma often progresses slowly, affecting just peripheral or side vision, people with glaucoma can suffer significant vision loss before they notice a problem or a change in their vision. Central vision, the vision used to read, drive, or watch TV, is usually unaffected until the disease is advanced. “It may seem harmless to skip a…

Eye Safety December 11, 2025December 11, 2025 Tim Turner

Here’s What Ophthalmologists are Buying for Their Kids This Holiday Season

Ophthalmologists have long cautioned against purchasing toys that pose a danger to children’s eyes. This year we’re adding digital devices to our usual list of BB guns, Nerf guns, and slingshots. That’s because evidence is mounting that too much screen time and not enough time outside may be behind the recent rise in nearsightedness in children. To help, The Eye MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology released a screen-free holiday gift guide focused on healthy kids and healthy eyes. “As a parent, I know how hard it is to limit screen time, but several new studies conducted during the pandemic show increased time on digital devices for online learning and entertainment may be causing an increase in nearsightedness among children,” said Dianna Seldomridge, MD, clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. “So, in addition…

Eye Health November 11, 2025December 11, 2025 Tim Turner

Here’s Why People With Diabetes Shouldn’t Skip Eye Appointments

Things happen: appointments are forgotten, other health issues crop up, financial problems happen. But missing eye exams may be vision-threatening for patients with diabetes. The Eye MDs joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in reiterating the importance of eye exams during the month of November, which is observed as Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. Diabetes is the leading causes of preventable blindness in the United States among adults age 20 to 74 and is the fifth most common cause of preventable blindness globally. Among the 30 million Americans with diabetes, about one-third have diabetic retinopathy, the potentially blinding complication of diabetes. People typically don't notice changes in their vision in the disease's early stages. But as it progresses, diabetic retinopathy usually causes vision loss that in many cases cannot be…

Eye Safety October 1, 2025October 5, 2025 admin

Scare Up the Fun, Not the Scary Eye Infections this Halloween

If your Halloween plans include scary eyes, beware of costume contact lenses labeled “one size fits all” or “no need to see an eye doctor.” Costume lenses must be prescribed and fitted by an eye care professional, just like regular contact lenses. Otherwise, you may be haunted by an eye infection long after the fun of Halloween is over. The American Academy of Ophthalmology and The Eye MDs urge the public to only buy decorative contacts from retailers who require a prescription and sell FDA-approved products. “Costume contact lenses may seem like the perfect, easy way to complete your spooky look. But the consequences of using costume lenses are much scarier than the zombie eye you may have been going for,” said Dianna Seldomridge, MD, clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Contact lenses…

Eye Health September 2, 2025October 5, 2025 admin

Let’s Talk About Aging and Vision

The number of older Americans with low vision is expected to double in the coming years, as more people live longer. Low vision describes poor vision that can't be fixed or improved with glasses, contacts or surgery. People with low vision have blind spots that can make it difficult or impossible to drive, read or see faces. But the tragedy isn’t that people have lost vision, it’s that most believe nothing can be done to improve their quality of life. The American Academy of Ophthalmology and The Eye MDs are taking the opportunity of September’s Healthy Aging Month to let people know they can retain their independence and stay safe, despite declining vision. Age-related macular degeneration is one of the leading causes of low vision. Other common contributors include diabetic…

Eye Health August 5, 2025October 5, 2025 admin

Nearsightedness is a Public Health Crisis

Nearsightedness has risen dramatically over the last 50 years. If nothing is done to help slow the increase, half the world’s population may be nearsighted by the year 2050. That means much more than a lot of people in glasses. It means a lot of kids today are at risk of developing vision-threatening eye conditions tomorrow. That’s why The Eye MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology are sharing information about myopia and its progression. People who have myopia, also known as nearsightedness, can see close-up objects clearly, but objects farther away are blurry. Myopia that begins in early childhood often worsens as the child grows. If these changes are too extreme, it can be hard to correct the blurriness with glasses or contact lenses and the risk of potentially…

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