Category Archives: Eye Care

IN THE NEWS: Chinese Province Bans App-Based Homework

IN THE NEWS: Chinese Province Bans App-Based Homework

This Chinese Province Has A Good Idea To Save Children's Vision! A recent article in The Guardian highlights an important topic: technology-use and your child's eyesight. It has been argued by many vision experts that we must beware! The use of laptops, pads and phones can be a strain on the eyes of children. There…

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Can Tea And Exercise Prevent Glaucoma?

Can Tea And Exercise Prevent Glaucoma?

What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a condition causing damage to the optic nerve in your eye. The damage increases as time continues. Left untreated, it leads to complete permanent blindness. It is the leading cause of blindness worldwide. Fifty percent of people with glaucoma have no idea that they have it. In 2013, there was…

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Common Eyesight Problems in Children and Treatment

Common Eyesight Problems in Children and Treatment

Last Eye Exam Was How Long Ago? When was your child's last eye exam? Untreated vision problems can greatly affect a child's academic performance, as 80% of learning is done through the eyes. Doctors recommend a full optometric eye exam at least every two years to catch any developing issues quickly. School vision tests are…

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