Posted by: Georgia Center for Sight
The month of October is notable for seeing pumpkins, shorter days, and seeing the leaves beginning to change to the beautiful Fall season colors. Also, Eye Injury Prevention Month is proclaimed to emphasize the importance of preventing accidents and injury to your eyes. Did you know that 44% of eye injuries happen in the home,… Read More
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Conjunctivitis, usually referred to as pink eye, is a prevalent eye condition. Pink eye is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, irritated by a virus, bacteria, or allergies where the eyes are inflamed and red. Some types of pink eye are very contagious and can quickly spread from person to person. There are many misconceptions about… Read More
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This week is when the seasons change, and we say goodbye to summer and welcome the first day of Fall. Fall is a beautiful time of year to see the beautiful leaves change. The days and nights get cooler, so it’s time for many to deal with eye irritation due to fall allergies. Did you… Read More
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Cataracts can seem very frightening when they first start to develop, but they occur naturally as a part of the aging process, and there is treatment available. Cataracts happen when the natural lens of your eye starts to cloud, making it harder for light to enter your eye and for you to see clearly. Impaired… Read More
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To combat the economic effects of the pandemic, government stimulus checks are being issued to adults in the United States. The third round of these stimulus checks are starting to go out, and this time the payments increased to $1400 for qualifying residents. To find out about your eligibility or to view your stimulus payments,… Read More
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One of the biggest causes of eyestrain is the daily use of digital devices. Sometimes referred to as Computer Vision Syndrome, eye strain from digital screens is more prevalent than ever during the pandemic when social distancing is the norm. The average American spends upwards of 11 hours a day staring at a screen…. Read More
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March is National Save Your Vision Month. At Georgia Center for Sight, we’re celebrating by spreading awareness about the importance of taking care of your eyes. Save Your Vision Month was started by the American Optometric Association (AOA), which encourages getting regular eye exams and thoroughly checking for problems that could affect your vision. It’s… Read More
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When it comes to your vision, clarity is the goal. Sometimes our sight needs support in order for us to see the world as clearly as possible. If you think you need vision support, you should first schedule an appointment with your optometrist. Then, once your doctor has determined a prescription, you can decide if… Read More
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February is the month to spread awareness about low vision. Low vision affects millions of Americans and can make everyday life tasks feel difficult or even impossible. According to the National Eye Institute, 4.2 million Americans over the age of 40 are visually impaired. While there are steps you can take to remedy low vision,… Read More
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January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month! Glaucoma affects millions of people in the United States, and the numbers are increasing over time. This disease is progressive and difficult to spot because there are no noticeable symptoms. It is possible to go for a very long time without noticing your vision loss; some report losing nearly… Read More
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