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How Can Getting a Good Night’s Sleep Help to Improve Eye Health?

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, February 13, 2024

Our minds are so busy thinking and making decisions daily, but we must rest our bodies, minds, and eyes to be refreshed to succeed in daily activities. A full night’s sleep is the remedy, but we can definitely feel it when we don’t get enough sleep. An interesting relationship exists between the quality and quantity… Read More

What Can Your Eyes Tell You About Your Heart Health?

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, February 6, 2024

February is the month of love, but it is also Heart Health Month. I know you are thinking, “What does my heart health have to do with my eye health?” It is often said that the eyes are the windows of the soul; this statement highlights how your eyes can indicate numerous things about your… Read More

February is AMD Awareness Month

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, January 30, 2024

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a problem with your retina. It happens when a part of the retina called the macula is damaged. With AMD, you lose your central vision. You cannot see fine details, whether you are looking at something close or far. However, your peripheral (side)… Read More

Reduce Your Stress and Relax Your Eyes

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, January 23, 2024

Stress plays a part in our lives, but how we react and cope with stress when it arises matters. We often feel physically and mentally stressed in our demanding lifestyles. However, did you know stress can damage your eyes? When you are overly stressed or anxious, there is an overproduction of adrenaline in your body,… Read More

Becoming Wiser About Your Eye Health

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, January 17, 2024

It is no secret that our eyes change as we age. Favorably, there is a lot you can do to preserve your eye health. A few of the most common age-related vision problems are glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic eye disease, retinal detachment, and macular degeneration. Early detection and prevention are crucial with many of these conditions,… Read More

Tips to Help Dry Eye

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, January 9, 2024

The winter season is now in full swing! The chilling effects of the colder months, your environment, and your wardrobe are not the only parts of your life that need winter preparation; our bodies and health are often affected just as much by the winter changes. Dry, cool air, cold winds, and even drier indoor… Read More

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, January 4, 2024

According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation, more than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58 percent increase. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal eyesight without any warning. The most common forms… Read More

Give the Gift You Will Cherish for a Lifetime

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, December 12, 2023

It is that magical time of the year, a season of giving and being merry! Our practice would like to remind you to give yourself a gift you will cherish for a lifetime — the gift of healthy vision. As we age, we should watch for signs of age-related vision loss because early diagnosis prevents… Read More

Shop This Holiday With an Eye on Safety

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, December 5, 2023

The holiday shopping season is in full swing. It’s the perfect time of year to make holiday memories with family and friends that will last for a lifetime. In support of Safe Toys Month, we want to empower our patients with information that includes a few safety guidelines for choosing the perfect gifts for the… Read More

Smoking and Your Eyes

Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, November 29, 2023

It is a countdown to the end of the year, and it is almost time to wave goodbye to 2023. Many people are considering their goals for 2024; for some, quitting smoking is their top goal. The most common health effect that comes to mind when we think of smoking is lung cancer, but it… Read More

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