With summer in full swing (and an ongoing pandemic) most of us are outdoors quite a bit these days. And, while we’re aware of the dangers of the sun to our skin, you might not know that sunlight can also cause damage to your eyes. Photokeratitis, a painful eye condition, occurs when ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or a man-made source are exposed to the eyes. Essentially, it’s a sunburn of the eye.
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Each year, emergency rooms in America see over 40,000 sports-related eye injuries. That’s nearly one injury every 13 minutes, according to the National Eye Institute. In fact, injuries to the eye are the leading cause of blindness in children in the U.S. Fortunately, with the proper use of protective sports eyewear, 90 percent of sports-related eye injuries can be prevented.
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While most of us are pretty diligent when it comes to protecting our body and face from the damaging effects of the sun, it’s easy to forget about our eyes and eyelids. But, did you know that certain sunscreens are actually safe to use on and around the eyelid? It’s true. Now, whether you’ve feared getting sunscreen in your eye (ouch!), or you just didn’t know you could apply sunscreen there, dermatologists agree it’s a must. Learn more about your eye health, as well as the best precautions to protect your eyes this summer.
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Though it may seem like a minor inconvenience, dry eye is a significant health issue in the United States. In fact, an estimated 16 million people are reportedly diagnosed with dry eye disease, or DED, nationwide. And, according to a National Health and Wellness survey, almost 6 million people experience DED symptoms but are not formally diagnosed. So, if millions of people are suffering from symptoms, what can we do to combat the disease? And, what causes dry eye in the first place?
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Promise in Sight is a public charity and a non-profit organization. Based in Wilmington, Delaware and founded by Vivian Fasula, Lisa Stottlemyer, Alex Fasula Lambert, and Marsha Edelman, Promise in Sight has one goal in mind: to reduce preventable blindness and help preserve vision. The group travels annually to provide refractive, medical and surgical eye care to the beautiful and medically-underserved population of Nicaragua. Learn more about their mission statement, 2019 accomplishments, and sponsors.
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In the midst of the current COVID-19 crisis, urgent and routine eye care is essential. At Looking Glass Optical, the health and safety of our patients is our main concern. And, we understand the apprehension and caution that many may feel about re-entering a doctor’s office during this time. However, we want to assure our patients of the strict hygiene and safety precautions being implemented today.
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The COVID-19 global outbreak has resulted in a high demand for Personal Protective Equipment, or PPE, across multiple industries. In order to further contain the spread of the virus, health care professionals and essential businesses are increasing their usage of PPE in the workplace. However, with the increased demand comes a shortage of accessible equipment. Continue on to learn more about Personal Protective Equipment, as well as Looking Glass’ role in providing access to PPE eyewear.
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Bacteria is everywhere – in both “good” and “bad “forms. And, since they are so common, often times we don’t give much thought to germs, how they spread, or what surfaces they may live on. However, as many of us are becoming increasingly conscious of harmful bacteria that surrounds us during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to know how germs can spread to the eyes, face, and mouth.
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The rapid spread of the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has many people on edge. However, one way to help decrease our stress is by staying informed. Especially when it comes to proactive methods that help protect not only ourselves, but those around us. So, let’s start with the most vital information.
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Having exceptional eye health requires regular check-ups with an eye doctor. But, similarly to general medical doctors, several professionals work closely together to help you maintain your eye health: the optometrist, ophthalmologist, and optician. Not sure which doctor to visit? Here’s everything you need to know about each specialty.
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