Can That Medicine Affect My Eyes?
Yes, Medications Can Affect Your Eyes: Here is What You Should Know Many people do not realize that numerous medications—whether prescription, over-the-counter, or even herbal—can have side effects that impact the eyes. Because your eyes are highly sensitive and have many tiny blood vessels and nerves, certain drugs can cause changes in vision, dryness, light sensitivity, or even more serious complications. At Visualeyes Optometry , we often see patients whose eye symptoms ar
Eye Safety on the Fourth of July
Protecting Your Vision: Eye Safety and Fireworks As fireworks light up the summer sky—especially around holidays like the Fourth of...
Marijuana and the Eyes
Introduction Since most states are passing more laws to legalize the sale of marijuana for recreational purposes, more questions are...
Eye Safety During a Solar Eclipse
On April 8, 2024, an unusual event will occur. A total solar eclipse will cross the United States (weather permitting) passing over...
COVID and the Eyes: Part 1
As an optometrist, these past six months have brought on many new challenges with the COVID-19 pandemic. I wanted to write some blogs in...
Five Ways to Save Your Vision
March is Save Your Vision Month! One of the most common questions that I get as an optometrist is, "What can I do to make sure that my...
