The following articles were posted in 2015.
December is Safe Toys and Celebrations Month
With the holiday toy-shopping frenzy in full swing, chances are there’s a lucky kid or two on your gift list. Of course you want to pick out something enjoyable. But some may pose a serious threat of eye injury to children, especially toy guns. The American Academy of Ophthalmology are urging parents to avoid buying toys that can cause serious eye injuries and even blindness in children.
Posted on December 01, 2015
Low Vison Awareness
Low vision occurs when there is significant visual impairment that is not correctable with glasses, contact lenses, medication, or eye surgery. It is characterized by partial loss of sight due to blind spots, tunnel or blurred vision. Glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts are all common causes of low vision.
Posted on February 01, 2015 by Arthur Siegel, OD