Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on August 30, 2022
Did you know that 90% of driver information is visual? A recent study has shown that 1 in every 5 drivers suffers from a vision deficiency affecting their driving performance. Good eye health is essential for driving to read the highway signs at a distance to prepare you to get off the interstate at the… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on March 15, 2022
Spring is a season of new beginnings; when the cold, harsh winter months are behind us, flowers bloom, and we will begin spending more time outdoors. The first day of Spring kicks off the season next week on Sunday, March 20th.It’s also that time of year when most allergy sufferers find their seasonal allergies kicking… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on February 16, 2022
Our minds are so busy thinking and making decisions daily, but we have to rest our bodies, mind, and eyes to be refreshed to succeed in daily activities. A full night’s sleep is the remedy, but we definitely can feel it when we don’t get that good night’s sleep. There is an interesting relationship between our… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on February 2, 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 be… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on 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: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on 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: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on January 11, 2022
What Is Low Vision? Low vision is a vision problem that makes it difficult to do everyday activities. Low vision is not correctible with surgery, glasses or contact lenses. This type of vision loss does not include complete blindness because there is still some sight, and low vision can sometimes be improved using visual aids – which are… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on January 5, 2022
According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation, more than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58 percent increase. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal sight without warning. Although the most common forms… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on December 20, 2021
As we wave goodbye to the year 2021, let’s leap into 2022 with positive vibrations for a healthy year ahead. The New Year is a time to start fresh and renew our commitment to health, happiness, and success. It’s important to include eye health and safety in these resolutions. Listed below are a few ways… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Uncategorized on December 16, 2021
It is that magical time of the year, a season of giving and being merry! At Eyecare Associates, 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 vision loss because early… Read More
