Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on February 23, 2022
As we get older, certain eye diseases are more prevalent, such as cataracts. A cataract is an eye disease in which the eye’s clear lens becomes cloudy or opaque, causing a decrease in vision. More than half of Americans age 80 or older either have cataracts or have had surgery to get rid of cataracts. … Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on 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: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on December 28, 2021
We just celebrated the first day of winter, which means the winter season is 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…. Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on September 9, 2021
As our city and state begin to pick up the pieces from Hurricane Ida, we hope that all of you are safe and healthy. We want to express that our top priority is our patients’ eye health, and we are still here for all of your eye care needs. We are OPEN at our Uptown… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on August 3, 2021
The human eye is one crucial aspect that we should not take for granted. The miracle of seeing the beautiful world around you is the greatest gift we have as individuals. Did you know that the human eye can differentiate approximately 10 million different colors? The eye anatomy is very intricate and essential to understanding… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on July 29, 2021
Do you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts while sleeping. OSA symptoms include loud snoring, gasping for air during sleep, feeling sleepy during the day, and waking with a headache. Leaving this condition untreated may lead to serious health problems like stroke,… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on June 24, 2021
Isn’t it interesting that a study completed by MIT stated that it would be hard to recognize you if you did not have your eyebrows! Our eyebrows and eyelashes frame our faces, but they don’t just exist for our beauty. They also serve as a protection and helping us express emotion. Our eyebrows and eyelashes… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on April 14, 2021
Spring has Sprung, which begins the perfect time for sports and outdoor game time. April is National Sports Eye Safety Month is a reminder initiated by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) to raise awareness about preventing sports-related eye injuries. Prevention is the key, and sport-specific eye protection can save your vision. Eye protection during… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on March 29, 2021
Spring has sprung, and the change in season promises fairer weather and new beginnings. Unfortunately, spring’s new growth can also create seasonal allergies that leave you with congestion, headaches, and itchy, swollen eyes. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, eye allergies are also called allergic conjunctivitis, are pretty common. They occur when the eyes react… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on March 22, 2021
Prevent Blindness, the oldest eye health and safety nonprofit organization has declared March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month. This year many people have increased their digital screen time for many remote employees. Prevent Blindness is raising awareness this year about digital eye strain and providing tips on decreasing the effects of increased screen time. Symptoms… Read More
