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Contrary to popular belief, colorblind people rarely see the world purely in black and white. Being colorblind doesn’t normally mean that someone can’t see any color at all. Instead, they have a much more narrowed perception of color. What this means is that they can find it difficult to differentiate between different shades of colors. Unfortunately, there isn't currently a cure for the condition. 

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in people above the age of 50. It causes a person to gradually lose his or her central vision, which a person needs for detailed activities like driving or reading.

Blue light lenses are becoming more popular as people look for ways to deal with digital eye strain. Many people are reporting issues with their eyesight because they are spending more time on their screens. People are adjusting to a new way of life and work that involves increased screen time. It is important to find out how effective the lenses are and if they can help to keep eyes healthy.

​​​​​​​If you have decided that you wish to wear contact lenses to correct your vision, you’ll need to have a contact lens exam. This is a little different from a standard eye exam but is necessary to ensure that you get the right contact lenses for you. There are various different elements involved in a contact lens exam, but none are invasive or painful, so a contact lens exam really isn’t anything to worry about.

Overlooking routine appointments such as eye exams and dental check-ups is all too easy. After all, when we aren’t experiencing any unpleasant or debilitating symptoms it can seem completely unnecessary and a waste of time. Nothing could be further from the truth though. Routine eye appointments are recommended for all patients on a fairly regular basis with very good reason – they are crucial elements in your preventative care.

Cataracts are cloudy areas in the lens of your eyes that gradually form. They may not be noticeable at the beginning, but over time they can make your vision blurry. Cataracts develop when becoming older because the protective mechanism of your eyes against oxidative stress from the sun’s radiation or harmful chemicals becomes less efficient.

Chances are that you have probably heard of glaucoma and that’s because it is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, currently estimated to affect around 3 million adults living in the United States.

If you have diabetes, you are at risk for developing diabetic retinopathy. This eye disease occurs when your blood sugar levels spike and damage the blood vessels located in the retina. If left untreated, diabetic retinopathy can eventually lead to blindness. If you have diabetes, you need to be screened for diabetic retinopathy. Then, if you are diagnosed with it, you should begin treatment immediately to preserve your vision.