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Have you recently learned that you need some kind of corrective eyewear? Perhaps you’ve worn glasses for years but want to switch to contact lenses.

Bausch & Lomb introduced the first commercial contact lenses in the early 1970s. Made of hydrogel, these soft contacts evolved into lenses to correct astigmatism and presbyopia.

Sports vision is a growing field of research. It explores the connections between visual function and sports performance. Optometrists play an important role in sports vision training. They can help you improve your visual performance. This increases your chances of success by providing individualized assessments and treatments.

Glaucoma is a term that describes a collection of eye disorders that impair the optic nerve. This nerve is the pathway between the brain and the eyes. Glaucoma can result in permanent vision loss or even blindness if left untreated.

The American Academy of Orthokeratology & Myopia Control encourages parents to be hands-on in preventing myopia from developing in their kids.

Amniotic membranes can be extracted from the inner layer of placental tissue for ophthalmological purposes. The procedure continues to gain popularity in surgical grafting as it helps with ocular surface reconstruction and wound healing. 

As you age, your body parts begin to function differently and often less efficient than they used to. Among the body parts that typically display the effects of aging early are the eyes. Cataracts are one of the most common conditions to develop as your eyes age. Cataracts cause cloudy or blurry vision, making it difficult to carry on daily activities. If left untreated, cataracts can result in vision loss.

Diabetes increases the risk of various severe health problems. Proper eye care may not necessarily slow or prevent diabetes. However, you can do so if you treat your body right. Experts say you can decelerate your symptoms by exercising, eating a healthy diet, and prescription treatment.

Every parent would like their child to be set up well when growing up. They want their child to have the best experiences as they explore the world. They ensure that their children are well fed, warm when it is cold, and that they have good hygiene. One of the things that most parents may neglect until the child gets to school is eye health. 

As you enjoy the outdoors and summer activities this time of the year, remember to keep your eyes in top shape, too. The sun produces various forms of energy. The light it releases is one form, the warmth you feel is another, and ultraviolet (UV) light is the third form.