Sports related activities comprise more than 40 percent of all eye injuries each year. About one third of the 600,000 annual sports related injuries occur in children. According to The Vision Council, the number of children wearing eye protection while playing sports remains at a low 15 percent. Three types of sports account for almost […]
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Back to school time is here and the rush to get everything done has begun. Have you remembered to make that appointment for your child’s eye examination? If you haven’t don’t worry, you’re not alone and we are here to help! Progressive Eye Center joins the American Optometric Association in emphasizing how important healthy vision
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What are digital devices? These can be computer screens, smart phones, tablets and similar devices. Can looking at digital devices cause eye strain? Dry eyes,fatigue, bad lighting or how you sit in front of these screens can cause eye strain. Symptoms of eye strain include sore or irritated eyes and difficulty focusing. You may also
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Contact Lens Health Starts With You Both contact lens wearers and eye care providers play an important role in eye care. Having a conversation with your eye care provider during your next eye appointment can help you better understand if you are practicing healthy habits that can protect you from contact lens related infections. By
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