Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, May 12, 2022
May is Ultraviolet Awareness Month, and as the weather is getting warmer, the anticipation has many of us planning for FUN in the sun to enjoy the outdoors. Are you prepared to be protected from the UV rays before you head out to enjoy the warm weather upon us this season? As we spend long… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, March 4, 2022
According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 2,000 eye injuries occur each day on the job. Most would think that eye injuries only happen in construction or manufacturing jobs. However, nearly 40% of work-related eye injuries happen in offices, healthcare facilities, construction, or laboratory work environments. It is essential that proper… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in Eye Health, News & Community, February 8, 2022
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 is a more profound statement because did you know your eyes… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, February 3, 2022
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) vision will still… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, January 26, 2022
Stress plays a part in our lives, but what matters is how we react and cope with stress when it arises. 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… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, January 19, 2022
It is no secret that our eyes change as we age. Favorably, there is a lot we can do to preserve our 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
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, December 15, 2021
It is that magical time of the year, a season of giving and being merry! At the Eye Center of North Florida, we want to remind you to give yourself a gift that you will cherish for a lifetime — the gift of healthy vision. As we age, we should watch for signs of age-related… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, December 8, 2021
The holiday shopping season is in full swing, a fun time making holiday memories with family and friends that will last for a lifetime. In support of Safe Toys Month, we want to empower our patients this month with information that includes a few safety guidelines when choosing the perfect gifts for the little ones… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, December 2, 2021
It is a countdown to the end of the year and almost time to wave goodbye to 2021. Many people are beginning to think about their goals for 2022, and for some people, quitting smoking is their top goal. The most common health effect that comes to mind when we think of smoking is lung… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, November 23, 2021
This Thanksgiving season, it is essential to acknowledge the things we are grateful for in our lives, and we give thanks to all of our patients. The doctors and staff of The Eye Center Of North Florida have the opportunity to touch so many people’s lives in such a unique way, and we see patients all… Read More
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