Vision Health & Lifestyle

Patient education tips and the interplay between lifestyle choices and vision health, covering topics like nutrition, exercise, and environmental factors that affect eye health.

New Research Shows Mental Load, Not Just Screens, May Be Fueling...

Optometrists are seeing more reports of visual discomfort associated with screen exposure, but a new study published in Optometry and Vision Science (Cognitive demand,...
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Patients Trust These Online Vision Tests. Know the Brands, Share the...

Dr. Jeffrey Sonsino of Optique Franklin recently spoke to TheNewsFront about the risks of online eye tests. His warning stems from the case of...

Socioeconomic Disadvantage and Race Compound Lapses in Diabetic Retinopathy Care 

Disparities in diabetic retinopathy (DR) care are a serious public health concern. A new study reveals a troubling interaction between race, ethnicity, and neighborhood...
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Latest Eye Health Misinformation on Social Media: What ODs Should Know

Social media has revolutionized how people share and consume information, including health advice. Some trends spark positive awareness about eye care, but others pose...
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A Helpful New Resource on Sports Eye Safety Just Dropped

Prevent Blindness has declared September as Sports Eye Safety Month amid a 33% increase in sports-related eye injuries treated in the U.S. in 2024....
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What Are Top Patient Concerns Regarding Eye Health Right Now?

As ECPs, it's easy to lose track of how much the average person knows — or doesn't know — about eye health and eye...
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4 Simple Chair Stretches Every OD Should Do Between Patients [Or...

Hours at the slit lamp, leaning into charts, and staring at screens can take a real toll over the years. A recent Helio article...
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New Data Shows Major Disconnect About US Adult Eye Exams

Versant Health's 4th Annual Vision Wellness Study just dropped, and it lays out a bizarre paradox: While most Americans experience daily disruptions due to...

See What They’re Missing: The Power of Nutrition for Eye Health

We all know the importance of a balanced diet for overall health, but did you know it can significantly impact your patients’ vision as...

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