Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on September 14, 2022
In today’s time, we use digital screens for just about everything to relax, work, play, or keep up with our daily lives. Researchers have discovered that it only takes two hours of screen time per day to have a 90% risk of developing digital eye strain. Why Do Digital Screens Cause Eyestrain? You normally blink… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on September 6, 2022
September is Healthy Aging Month. This month is perfect for focusing on healthy practices and managing your eye health. According to the National Eye Institute, more than 40 million Americans are 65 or older, which is expected to grow to more than 88 million by 2050. By that same year, the number of Americans with… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on August 23, 2022
As we age, we undergo a few changes as adults, from our hair turning gray to changes in our eyesight. One of our priorities is ensuring our patients are empowered with information to know what to expect to minimize risks. What Are The Common Age-Related Vision Changes? Increased sensitivity to glare – this can be an… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on August 16, 2022
Having healthy eyesight is an integral part to maintaining an excellent quality of life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 12 million people 40 years and over in the United States have vision impairment, including 1 million blind and 8 million who have vision impairment due to uncorrected refractive error…. Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on August 16, 2022
Having healthy eyesight is an integral part to maintaining an excellent quality of life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 12 million people 40 years and over in the United States have vision impairment, including 1 million blind and 8 million who have vision impairment due to uncorrected refractive error…. Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on August 9, 2022
Do you eat foods that look delicious to the eye or food that is good for your eyes? Eating healthy food is the key to reducing the risk of developing eye diseases, making nutrition and eye health go hand-in-hand. Check out a feast for your eyes that includes the top foods that will help promote… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on August 2, 2022
The human eye is one complex organ we should not take for granted. The miracle of seeing the beautiful world around you is the greatest gift we have as individuals. The uniqueness of these mysterious organs is why eyes make all magical experiences through sight. Did you know that the human eye can differentiate approximately… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on July 26, 2022
According to the National Sleep Foundation, 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, with 80 percent of cases undiagnosed. Sleep Apnea is a condition marked by abnormal breathing during sleep, often multiple times per night, causing lower-quality sleep and affecting your eyes. It takes longer for patients with sleep apnea to produce replenishment tears. You… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on July 19, 2022
What Is Color Blindness? According to the National Eye Institute, color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency (CVD), is a condition that affects 300 million people who do not see color the way they should. Color blindness affects approximately 1 in 12 men and 1 in 200 women with the condition where their eyes… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on July 12, 2022
Summer is officially in full swing, and what better way to escape the endless heat than to splash in cool water. Before you head out for your next swim, we want to open your eyes to some helpful eye health tips for summer fun at the pool. Protect Your Tear Film What is a tear… Read More
