Bloodshot eyes
If your child ever asked you, “What are those red squiggles in your eyes?” then you are in good company as a sleep-deprived parent.
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Oct 71 min read
We’re looking out for you
When you and your children have annual eye exams, we’re looking at more than your ability to see faraway or up close. There are numerous...
Oct 71 min read
Is nearsightedness increasing in kids?
Myopia, often called nearsightedness, is common and usually starts in childhood. With myopia, the eye is longer than normal or the cornea...
Aug 11 min read
Feast your eyes
Your eyes, like the rest of your body, need vitamins and nutrients for optimal performance — this applies to kids and adults. Aim to...
Aug 11 min read
Beyond grocery store eye drops
Local dry eye clinic offers in-depth help Dry eye disease is a common problem that affects millions of Americans of all ages. Being...
Jun 61 min read
Summertime eye safety
Protect your child’s vision and prevent eye damage Out and about | Get your children accustomed to wearing sunglasses to block harmful...
Mar 251 min read
Caring for itchy, allergy eyes
Not many of us escape some kind of reaction to high pollen in the Willamette Valley during grass seed season. Allergy symptoms affect our...
Mar 251 min read
Caring for allergy eyes
Seasonal rhinitis, also called hay fever, is an allergic reaction to pollen from trees, grasses and weeds. One of the most obvious...
Feb 91 min read
How close should my child be to their screen?
Many parents wonder if their child’s vision is impacted by screen time. Short answer: it is. Studies have shown connections between...
Feb 91 min read
Astigmatism or a stigmatism? Let’s clear this up
You’ve likely heard of this term when it comes to eye health, but perhaps its meaning is a bit fuzzy. First things first, let’s clear up...
Dec 5, 20231 min read
Nervous about choosing one or two?
It’s common for people to be wary of picking the “wrong” option during their eye exams, especially if you find little difference between...
Dec 5, 20231 min read
Do night driving glasses work?
The need for groceries and taking kids to activities and events doesn’t stop during dark winter nights. Combine rain with oncoming...
Oct 9, 20232 min read
Timing your laser eye surgery
Corrective vision surgery such as LASIK can give you freedom from glasses or contacts. As long as you are medically cleared as a...
Oct 6, 20231 min read
Blink three times if you read this
Most people never stop to consider the act of blinking their eyes. There’s actually quite a lot to it, including the three types of...
Aug 4, 20231 min read
Vision screenings vs. exams
It’s back to school time, which means your child will likely have an in-school vision screening. Even if your child passes a school or...
Aug 3, 20231 min read
When wildfire smoke gets in your eyes
Wildfire smoke can cause several eye problems, including inflammation, irritation, allergic reactions and dry eyes. This happens because...
Jun 1, 20231 min read
Feast your way to better eye health
Research shows that eye-friendly nutrients reduce the risk of certain eye diseases. A summer salad is the perfect way to nourish your...
May 31, 20231 min read
Motion sickness and vision
Vision is a key way we understand what is happening around us. This includes knowing how other people and objects are moving, as well as...
Mar 21, 20231 min read
Stop rubbing your eyes!
Combine the reproductive passions of flowers and fungi along with some human immunoglobulin, mast cells and histamines, and you have a...
Mar 21, 20231 min read
Feast your eyes
Your eyes, like the rest of your body, need vitamins and nutrients for optimal performance. Eating a well-balanced diet strengthens your...
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