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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…

Eye Safety July 5, 2025October 5, 2025 admin

Read This Before Buying New Shades

Not all sunglasses are created equal. While the choices are endless, there’s only one thing that tops all sunglass considerations and it has nothing to do with price or brand names. It’s all about the UV protection. The Eye MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology want you to know that selecting sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B radiation is the best way to protect your eyes from the sun’s damaging rays. “Wearing sunglasses without 100 percent UV protection is actually a serious health risk,” said Dianna Seldomridge, MD, clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. “Regardless of the season, sun exposure can increase the risk of developing growths on the eye, cataracts and some eye cancers. The good news is, protecting yourself from the sun is easy and…

Eye Safety June 16, 2025 admin

What You Don’t Know About Fireworks Can Cost You Your Sight

Every year, people suffer serious eye injuries from backyard fireworks displays. Most of the victims are children and bystanders located nowhere near the pyrotechnics. As Independence Day nears, The EYE MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology is working to dispel the myths that put people at risk of blindness. “Most people just don’t see the harm in sparklers, spinners, firecrackers, and bottle rockets, and they learn too late the necessity of wearing eye protection,” said Dianna Seldomridge, M.D., clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. “It’s best to leave fireworks to the professionals. But if you choose to celebrate with fireworks, wear safety goggles and take all the necessary precautions to keep your family safe.” Myth #1: Consumer fireworks are harmless. Fireworks can cause blinding eye injuries such as chemical and thermal…

Eye Safety May 5, 2025June 16, 2025 admin

Parents: Here are 5 Steps to Protect Your Young Athletes’ Eyes

Nearly 30,000 people suffer sports-related eye injuries every year. Even the most low intensity sports activities pose some risk for eye injuries. From basketball to racquetball, from youth leagues to the pros, players need to protect their eyes. The EYE MDs and the American Academy of Ophthalmology are reminding the public that the best defense against potentially blinding sports-related injuries is wearing protective eyewear. “Getting athletes of any age to wear protective eyewear is a challenge,” said Dianna Seldomridge, M.D., clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. “Ophthalmologists hear all the reasons for not wearing eye protection: it’s cumbersome, it will impair peripheral vision, it will fog up. But sports goggles have vastly improved over the years. And if you start your kids early, wearing protective eyewear will become as natural as donning a batting…

Cataract April 16, 2025June 16, 2025 admin

Three Things Patients Should Know About Cataracts

Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or dim vision and often develops with advancing age. This June, The EYE MDs joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in observing Cataract Awareness Month by sharing three things everyone should know about the condition and its treatment. As everyone grows older, the lenses of their eyes thicken and become cloudier. Eventually, they may find it more difficult to read street signs. Colors may seem dull. These symptoms may signal cataracts, which affect about 70 percent of people by age 75. Fortunately, cataracts can be corrected with surgery. Ophthalmologists, physicians who specialize in medical and surgical eye care, perform around three million cataract surgeries each year to restore vision to those patients. Get an idea of what someone with cataracts…

Cataract March 16, 2025June 16, 2025 admin

Why We Recommend the RxSight Light Adjustable Lens® at The EYE MDs

At The EYE MDs, our goal is to provide patients with the best possible vision for their lifestyle after cataract surgery. Traditional intraocular lenses (IOLs) offer significant improvements in vision, but they come with a limitation—once implanted, they cannot be adjusted without additional surgery. This means that vision outcomes rely on preoperative measurements, which while precise, cannot always predict exactly how a patient’s eye will heal. That’s why we are strong advocates for the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®/LAL+®), the first and only IOL that allows for customized vision adjustments after surgery. This innovative lens technology offers patients a level of personalization that was previously impossible. What Makes the Light Adjustable Lens Different? Unlike fixed standard lenses, the Light Adjustable Lens is made from a special photosensitive material that responds to…

Eye Health February 2, 2025February 2, 2025 admin

Eye Twitching Causes and Treatment

Should I be worried about my eye twitching? For the majority of us, the common eyelid twitch is a brief and minor annoyance. An eyelid twitch (or tic) is when you have a spasm or slight movement of your upper or lower eyelid. It comes on suddenly, and can last for a minute, hours, days or even longer. If you've ever experienced an eye twitch for an extended period of time, you know how annoying it is. Is eye twitching a symptom of a serious condition? Most common eyelid twitches are harmless, slight, and do not affect your vision. However, there are some neurological problems that can make eyelid muscles contract, such as blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm. These less common conditions generally tend to cause the eyelids to close more…

Uncategorized January 2, 2025February 2, 2025 admin

Pink Eye May Be a Symptom of H5N1 Bird Flu

Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, can develop for different reasons. Most of the time it's because of a common cold or allergies. But it can also be a sign of bird flu if you've recently been close to infected birds, cows, or other farm animals. If you develop pink eye after exposure to birds, cows, or other farm animals, here’s what you should know. Don’t Panic: Bird Flu (Avian Influenza A) is Not Common in Humans Experts say most Americans have a low risk of developing bird flu, also known as avian influenza A (H5N1). 66 people in the United States have developed bird flu as of this article’s publication. The majority of patients became ill after being around infected dairy cows. So far, the virus does not appear…

Eye Health December 1, 2024February 2, 2025 admin

Can Ozempic Affect Eye Health?

Here’s What Ophthalmologists Want You to KnowThe diabetes drug semaglutide has been making headline news ever since the medication received FDA approval to help with blood sugar control and obesity treatment. Semaglutide medications include Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus. Results of the Ozempic studies show semaglutide can significantly help people control their blood sugar. But the studies also showed it can cause vision changes, including blurred vision, worsening of diabetic retinopathy and macular complications. So, do the benefits outweigh the risks? What Is Semaglutide and How Does It Affect the Eyes? Semaglutide helps people lose weight and control their blood sugar by releasing the hormone that makes us feel full while eating. This hormone, called GLP-1, also prompts the body to create more insulin, which reduces blood sugar. When the body…

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