by Dr. Collin Rush | Apr 18, 2022 | Eye Exams, Eye Safety
When you watch the home renovation shows on HGTV, do you notice anything consistent about the host and contractors when they are working? Besides making a kitchen cabinet replacement project look easy, they also are wearing eye protection. More than half of all eye...
by Dr. Collin Rush | Apr 11, 2022 | Eye Exams, Eye Safety
Sunglasses aren’t just a fashion statement this summer. Wearing sunglasses on a regular basis is a simple way to protect your vision and avoid common eye diseases and conditions. How the Sun Can Damage Your Eyes Too much sun is just as bad for your eyes as it is...
by Dr. Anjali Shah | Mar 28, 2022 | Eye Exams, Eye Safety
It feels like a natural thing to rub your eyes when they are itchy, watery, or otherwise irritated. Keeping your hands away from your eyes, however, is a smart choice for promoting better eye health. Rubbing your eyes can lead to everything from eye injuries to...
by Dr. Anjali Shah | Mar 21, 2022 | Eye Exams, Eye Safety
Does sunlight cause cataracts? Well, there is a connection. Let’s just say that more studies show a correlation between the two. Most cataracts are caused by normal changes in your eyes as you get older, according to the National Eye Institute. Through our 30s,...
by Dr. Collin Rush | Feb 21, 2022 | Eye Exams, Eye Safety
Strabismus is the medical term for the misalignment of the eyes. Commonly referred to as cross-eyed or wall-eyed, strabismus may involve either one or both eyes turning inward, outward, or even up or down. It is one of the most common vision conditions in young...
by Dr. Collin Rush | Feb 14, 2022 | Eye Exams, Eye Safety
Astigmatism is an extremely common eye condition that affects both children and adults. It occurs when there is an imperfection in some part of your cornea, the clear tissue that covers your iris. Light rays pass through the cornea as they travel to the retina, a thin...
