Americans are statistically more afraid of vision loss than most other health ailments, such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke; yet, only 20% of Americans are able to identify the three main causes of vision loss in America: diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. The good news is, it is never too late to educate yourself on proper eye care, warning signs of eye diseases, and treatment options for ocular conditions. Here, we will explore some critical eye care questions most Americans were not able to accurately answer.
It’s no secret that we all dread taking eyedrops: the mounting anxiety over that little bottle is enough to drive some people straight into eye territory dryer than Death Valley. Our ophthalmologists say taking eyedrops is crucial for one’s eye health if they have a condition that will benefit from them. This doesn’t mean you’re doomed to discomfort; rather, you just need a little help from your friends at EYE-Q with our insider tips and tricks for making eyedrops easy.
June is Cataract Awareness Month! Cataracts affect most Americans around the ages of 60 to 70 years of age, and generally occur as a result of the eyes maturing normally with time. Cataracts are the clouding in the eye’s natural lens which diminishes the quality of one’s vision. Fortunately, the most common cause of vision loss worldwide is treatable. Read on to educate yourself on risk factors, warning signs, and treatment options for cataracts.
Hydration, hydration, hydration: It’s a healthy lifestyle no-brainer—but what about eye hydration? If you’re experiencing retinal discomfort, it might be time to eye-drate.
Dry eyes are a chronic lack of lubrication and moisture on the surface of the eye. Tears are essential to keep your eyes healthy, comfortable, and seeing well.
