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February Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, January 31, 2023

Normal vision compared to Age-Related Macular Degeneration vision

What is Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)? AMD is a disorder of the macula. The macula is the part of your retina where yourcentral and color vision calls home. AMD is a complex disorder where degenerativeprotein/lipids (called “drusen”) deposit under the retina. These deposits are seen inearly macular degeneration. The retina’s structural support system breaks down… Read More

Fireworks Eye Safety Tips

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, May 19, 2022

Fireworks Safety Tips to Prevent Eye Injuries

The official pre-summer kickoff holiday, Memorial Day, is just around the corner. While enjoying your family time and grilling great food, you may also add fireworks to the celebrations to expand on the holiday fun. The thrill of fireworks can be dangerous if no safety measures are in place. Did you know that 65% of… Read More

Our Eyes Change As We Age

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, April 21, 2022

Active couple outside

As we age, we go through a few changes as adults, from our hair turning gray to changes in our eyesight. One of our priorities is making sure our patients are empowered with information to know what to expect to minimize eye health risks.  What Are The Common Age-Related Vision Changes?  Increased sensitivity to glare –… Read More

Diabetic Eyecare

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, March 22, 2022

Diabetic Eyecare graphic

What is Diabetic Retinopathy? According to the National Eye Institute, diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that can cause vision loss and blindness in people who have diabetes. It affects blood vessels in the retina (the light-sensitive layer of tissue in the back of your eye).   If you have diabetes, it’s vital to schedule a… Read More

WOMEN’S EYE HEALTH

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, March 10, 2022

Women's Eye Health

March is Women’s History Month, celebrating women’s contributions to history, society, medicine, and culture. There have been groundbreaking contributions from women within eye healthcare as well. Did you know that women are at greater risk for eye disease and visual impairments? According to the Women’s Eye Health Organization, women account for more than two-thirds of… Read More

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