It is widely known that smoking affects the health of our bodies. In particular, smoking increases your chances of developing many forms of cancer, with lung cancer being the most notable. If smoking causes severe health issues, does it affect eye health as well? The short...
The spring season is the perfect time to renew your active lifestyle; warmer weather and longer days make it easier to spend time outdoors, increasing activity levels. Living an active lifestyle can help improve your overall health… but did you know that it can also...
During the day, your eyes process all sorts of visual imagery! But while people spend a significant amount of time awake, most individuals also sleep around 2920 hours per year. So, you might be wondering, what do your eyes do when you sleep? If you...
Wearing makeup is a great way to enhance your natural features, and many people apply eye makeup to make their eyes pop! While makeup use varies by individual—some wear it daily, some only on special occasions—one thing remains constant: to keep your eyes healthy, it...
Often, we fail to recognize the eye as an organ that needs regular maintenance. However, the eye is in fact an extremely fragile part of our body, and can be easily damaged without proper care. At every age, it is important to regularly monitor the...
Retinal detachment is a serious condition that occurs when the thin layer of tissue called the retina; detaches from the back of the eye. If left untreated, a retinal detachment can lead to permanent loss of vision; but if treated in a timely manner then...
If you are a full-time glasses-wearer, you may have considered switching to contact lenses. Contact lenses can give you the freedom of clear vision glasses-free, allow you to more easily participate in sports or rigorous activity, or even allow you to simply change your appearance. However,...
Eye Floaters and Flashes Eye floaters and eye flashes are conditions of the eye that many people are highly disturbed and concerned about. The truth is, floaters and flashes are a common thing that people experience but it should not be taken lightly. Here’s everything you...
Even when you don’t notice it, your eyelashes are doing a lot for your overall eye health. They effectively keep dirt and debris out of your eyes, provide a danger warning, and emphasizes eye beauty! Although you probably knew all this, here are the 5...
