Eye Health

Digital Eye Strain is Real

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 02/12/2021 - 15:58
Digital eye strain may be a relatively new infliction - it's only been around as long as our screen time has increased from a few minutes a day to several hours, with some people reporting over 10 hours of staring at a screen in one day. But, digital eye strain is real and needs to be addressed by individuals, discussed with your doctor, and mitigated as possible.

3 Most Common Vision Issues in Adults

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 02/05/2021 - 15:58
Adults can have a variety of vision issues that develop later in life. That's why you want to have a good relationship with your eye care specialist and a routine of regular checkups; it's not just about checking your glasses or contact prescription, it's also about making sure you're aware of any changes in your eye health. Shifts can happen slowly, and you want to catch it before it's a major eye health issue.

What are Pterygiums?

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 06/30/2020 - 15:24
Previously we introduced you to pinguecula, that little yellowish growth composed of harmless calcium and protein deposits that can develop on the cornea of your eyes. Now let us introduce you to pingucula’s bigger and more attention-seeking sibling: Pterygium.

What are Pingueculas?

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 06/30/2020 - 15:24
The sun has started gracing us with its warm presence! Many Idahoans are already anticipating the days to come: of the endless hours basking in the sun’s rays, hiking those mountain trails, roaring across dirt roads on those four-wheelers, and getting those hands dirty with garden soil. Come late August you will be feeling better than ever, right?

Dry Eyes? Avoid These 4 Makeup Ingredients

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 06/30/2020 - 15:24
Ever look at a list of ingredients on a new beauty product and wonder if it’s really safe to put on your face or near your eyes? Did you know that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate the chemicals used in beauty and cosmetic products? The only thing the FDA monitors is the mislabeling of ingredients. They can’t control whether something is labeled hypoallergenic or organic and they can’t even force a company to remove or recall dangerous chemicals, they only send warning letters!
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