Urgent Eye Care: Protocols for Handling Common Eye Emergencies
Juggling routine eye exams with unexpected emergencies is inevitable for most optometrists. Here's a breakdown of protocols for handling some common eye emergencies you...
Beyond the Screen: A Holistic Approach to Digital Eye Strain
According to the Vision Council, at least 60% of American men and 65 % of American women reported symptoms of digital eye strain. An...
Beyond the Itch: A Guide to Navigating Ocular Allergy Season
Spring has sprung, and with it comes a wave of itchy, watery eyes for many of your patients. Ocular allergies, affecting an estimated 20%...
New Study Links Vaping to Dry Eye and Calls for Labeling...
Vaping's impact on eye health is a growing concern, and a new literature review suggests a strong link between chronic e-cigarette use and dry...
Problematic Cosmetic Trends: Latest Insights and Recommendations
According to Cosmetics & Toiletries, a peer-reviewed cosmetic science publication, three out of the four most-used makeup items are applied to the eye area:...
Optimizing Athletic Performance with Sports Vision
As an optometrist, you hold a pivotal role in helping athletes reach their peak performance. While traditional vision care focuses on correcting refractive errors...
A New Lens on Life: Empowering Lives with Innovative Low Vision...
Low vision, defined as visual impairment that cannot be corrected with conventional glasses or contact lenses, affects millions of people globally and significantly impacts...
A New Vision for Optometry: Exploring the Integration of Behavioral Optometry
Behavioral optometry is gaining traction as a holistic approach to vision care that addresses the visual system's relationship with overall health and behavior. For...
Disparities in Pediatric Eye Care Across the US
Ever wonder why booking a kid’s eye exam can feel like winning the lottery in some parts of the US? A recent study published...
