The Hidden Risk for Skiers and Snowboarders

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Do you take the necessary precautions before you enjoy beautiful winter days? If you’re like most people, you probably don’t do so consistently. In a recent study published in Archives of Dermatology, researchers took multiple readings of UV radiation at 32 high-altitude ski areas in western North America and interviewed thousands of skiers and snowboarders…

Foods that can help keep our eyes youthful and healthy

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We spend at lot of time eating right to maintain an ideal weight, healthy muscles and bones, but what we eat also affects our eyes. As we grow older, we become more prone to developing age-related eye diseases, such as macular degeneration or cataracts, according to eyesmart.org, an eye health information website produced by the…

Study Shows that People Who Undergo Cataract Surgery to Correct Visual Impairment Live Longer

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SAN FRANCISCO – People with cataract-related vision loss who have had cataract surgery to improve their sight are living longer than those with visual impairment who chose not to have the procedure, according to an Australian cohort study published this month in Ophthalmology, the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. After comparing the two…

Get the Facts about Cataracts

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Though cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss worldwide, myths persist about their cause and treatment. Cataracts affect nearly 22 million Americans age 40 and older. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have cataracts, according to the National Eye Institute. “Cataracts are not preventable, but they are treatable,” said Richard…

Eyes During Pregnancy

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Eyes may change somewhat during pregnancy due to fluid retention, increased blood volume, hormonal fluctuations and other physical shifts that are part of pregnancy. Usually these changes are temporary and resolve after the baby is born, or after weaning a breast-fed child. Vision changes tend to be minor and don’t require a new eyeglass prescription….

Get the Facts about Cataracts

Posted by: Associates in Ophthalmology (NJ) in Uncategorized

Though cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss worldwide, myths persist about their cause and treatment. Cataracts affect nearly 22 million Americans age 40 and older. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have cataracts, according to the National Eye Institute. “Cataracts are not preventable, but they are treatable,” said Richard…

Diabetes and Eye Disease

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Diabetes is a disease that affects the body’s ability to produce or use insulin effectively to control blood sugar (glucose) levels. Although glucose is an important source of energy for the body’s cells, too much glucose in the blood for a long time can cause damage in many parts of the body, including the heart,…

Computer Use and Eyestrain

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Staring at your computer screen, smartphone, video game or other digital devices for long periods won’t cause permanent eye damage, but your eyes may feel dry and tired. Some people also experience headaches or motion sickness when viewing 3-D, which may indicate that the viewer has a problem with focusing or depth perception. What causes…

American Academy of Ophthalmology Warns Consumers about the Dangers of Eyelash Extensions

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The American Academy of Ophthalmology cautions consumers about the dangers of cosmetic eyelash extensions and the adhesives used to apply them to eyelids. Specific dangers of using these extensions include: •Infection of the cornea; •Infection of the eyelid; •Swelling of the eyelid; and •Permanent or temporary loss of eyelashes. A 2013 article published in Consumer…