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Staring at a screen for hours, whether it is a TV, computer, or phone, can expose your eyes to blue light from the device. According to alarmist headlines too much blue light from screen time is blinding us. While “blinding” may be a little farfetched, staring at a screen for hours can lead to discomfort in your eyes.

Eye infections can cause redness, tearing and drainage. Drainage is often watery or a yellow-green pus. The drainage can be very contagious and is often treated with antibiotic eye drops that are prescribed by a doctor. They work by killing the bacteria that enter the eye and cause the infection. Bacterial conjunctivitis is one of the most common types of bacterial eye infections. It is easily spread among children in school and daycare. Sleeping in contacts and wearing dirty contacts can also lead to bacterial eye infections. This can be easily prevented by using proper contact lens care to avoid infection. If you think you have any type of eye infection, see a doctor.

EYE-Q Vision Care, established in 1956 and serving our community with 3 locations, is pleased to announce the upcoming addition of Sandy Brown as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Brown will assimilate into this role as long-time CEO Julie Cleeland begins her journey to retirement. This leadership transition will be a year-long process and will begin this month.

Amblyopia happens when one or both eyes do not fully develop during childhood. Amblyopia is often referred to as “lazy eye” and is a common problem in babies and children. It starts to show in early years, making it important to get diagnosis and treatment as quickly as possible to prevent permanent vision problems.

A retinal migraine starts at the back of the eye or the retina. Our retinas translate light to the brain with an electrical signal that will then arrange an image for us. One theory for the cause of a retinal migraine is that there is a temporary reduction of blood flow to the area of the retina, and this will cause blurry vision or a blind spot that can get bigger as the migraine goes on. This occurs in only one eye. This reduction of blood flow may induce a twinkling of light or a temporary loss of vision. A retinal migraine can last anywhere from five minutes to an hour, after that vision will go back to normal.