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Myopia 101: What is it and How to Manage Your Symptoms

Myopia is a refractive error, a condition where light doesn't correctly focus on your retina due to the shape of your eyeball. Instead of forming an image on the retina, light focuses in front of it, resulting in blurry vision when looking at distant objects.


The Link Between Dry Eye and Seasonal Allergies: Tips for Relief

Dry eye, as the name suggests, is a condition where your eyes do not produce enough tears, leading to a dry, often uncomfortable feeling. It can cause a stinging or burning sensation, a feeling of something stuck in your eyes, light sensitivity, redness, and difficulty wearing contact lenses


The Role of Optometrists in Comprehensive Eye Care

Do you know who to see when you have an eye problem? How about how an optometrist differs from an ophthalmologist? Do you know what services an optometrist can provide? If not, do not worry. You are not alone. Many people need clarification about the role of optometrists in comprehensive eye care. 


Myopia Control: Preventing Nearsightedness in Children

Do distant objects look blurry to your child? Do they squint or strain their eyes to see them? If yes, they have myopia, a common eye condition that affects millions. Nearsightedness happens when the eye is longer than expected or the cornea curves more than normal.


Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Remedies

Dry eye syndrome, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, is a common condition that occurs when your tears aren't capable of providing adequate lubrication for your eyes. It's a pervasive issue that affects a large portion of the population, particularly those over the age of 50.