Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on January 4, 2023
The winter season is here! Dry eyes are prevalent during winter because of the cold, harsh winter winds, dry outdoor air, and dry indoor heat. These sudden changes in the atmosphere produce the onset of moisture evaporation inside your eyes. Thus, our tear glands do not produce fluid quickly enough to maintain the liquid coating… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on December 19, 2022
We are all looking forward to a fresh start and ready to ring in the New Year with cheer! Every year it is that special time to celebrate with champagne but popping a bottle of bubbly comes with some risks. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a champagne cork can fly up to 50… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on December 12, 2022
Have you started your holiday shopping yet, checking your list and checking it twice? If you struggle to find the perfect gift for your special loved one, look no further. Finding the perfect gift can be a frustrating task. You may think a cookbook, a health-wellness gift, or a gift card for a healthy… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on December 6, 2022
What an exciting time of the year! ‘Tis the season of holiday cheer, family traditions, shopping, and giving gifts to the ones we love. As we prepare our holiday shopping list, some popular toys may not be the best gift for your child. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, about a quarter of a… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on November 30, 2022
Our eyesight is one of our most treasured senses. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 34.1 million adults in the United States currently smoke cigarettes. Smoking cigarettes does increase your risk of developing heart disease, stroke, and cancer, but did you know that smoking can also harm your eye health… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on November 21, 2022
This Thursday marks the Thanksgiving holiday, and we want to let you know we are so thankful for you! We love this time of the year because it is an opportunity to give thanks, putting us in a festive mood of gratitude all season long. We want to take the time to express an attitude… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on November 14, 2022
Can you believe that Thanksgiving will be upon us next week? Before you start planning your Thanksgiving dinner feast, we want to share a few menu options to add to your traditional recipes that include a few eye-healthy choices. The nutrient-rich diet’s holiday greens and the reds, yellows, oranges contribute to an eye-healthy medley Thanksgiving… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on November 8, 2022
Did you know that November is Diabetes Awareness Month? We want to inform our patients that it is also Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, founded in 1998 by Prevent Blindness, making it a great time to shine the spotlight on prevention for patients diagnosed with diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in Eye Health on November 1, 2022
There comes a time when nearly everyone experiences that uncomfortable and gritty feeling when your eyes become too dry. However, for some people, dry eye is more than a short-lived annoyance when the dry eye symptoms continue and are an issue that often might be due to dry eye syndrome. Here is empowering information about… Read More
Posted by: Eyecare Associates of New Orleans in General on October 25, 2022
Are you ready to celebrate and have fun this Halloween? Creating your Halloween costumes and putting the extra finishes on your costume look to indulge in a fun expression of your personality, but if you are not careful in what you choose, your costume could lead to a trip to the eye doctor. Thinking of… Read More
