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Color Blindness Explained: Types, Tests and Everyday Impacts

Color is everywhere, from traffic lights to clothing to digital screens. For people with color vision deficiencies (color blindness) distinguishing certain shades can…

kirsten

January 4, 2026

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Red, Itchy, or Dry? Breaking Down Common Causes of Eye Irritation

Few things are more distracting than irritated eyes. Whether they feel gritty, watery or just plain uncomfortable, eye irritation is one of the…

kirsten

December 4, 2025

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Smart Contact Lenses: The Future of Vision Correction and Health Monitoring

Contact lenses have come a long way from the basic vision correction tools they once were. Now, the next generation is here—smart contact…

kirsten

November 4, 2025

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How Screen Time is Reshaping Eye Health in the Digital Age

We live in a world where screens dominate our waking hours. From work to entertainment to social connection, our eyes are logging more…

kirsten

October 4, 2025

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Children’s Eye Health: Why Early Screenings Matter More Than Ever

As parents, our To Do lists rarely get shorter—school supply shopping, sports sign-ups, permission slips, snacks (so many snacks). It’s a lot. So,…

kirsten

September 4, 2025

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Understanding Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight

Have you caught yourself squinting more often? Noticing halos around lights? Or maybe your peripheral vision feels a little off—but you’re not quite…

kirsten

August 4, 2025

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Why It’s Important to Have Clean, Healthy Eyelids

You never give much thought to Wi-Fi until it stops working. Windshield wipers silently do their job but if you forget to replace…

kirsten

July 4, 2025

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Are Allergies Hurting Your Eyes?

Imagine stepping outside on a beautiful day, ready to enjoy the fresh air and changing seasons, only to be met with relentless itching, watery…

kirsten

June 4, 2025

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Can an Optometrist Diagnose Eye Diseases?

Incorporating regular visits to your eye doctor is crucial for maintaining optimal eye health and overall well-being. An eye examination can uncover more…

kirsten

May 4, 2025

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Smoking and Eye Health

Smoking persists despite well-known health risks due to a complex interplay of addiction, habit and social factors. Nicotine’s addictive properties create a cycle…

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April 4, 2025