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Researchers say there are about 19 million American veterans, and they make up less than 10 percent of the total American adult population. Some of them came home with injuries that affected their vision. Others developed age-related vision issues over time. The Veterans Administration (VA) has several robust programs for veterans with vision issues. These […]

Area 51. Roswell. Close Encounters. E.T. UFOs and aliens are all around us- from the movies to beloved video games and, as of late, official reports from the Pentagon. Who hasn’t looked up at the night sky and asked themselves, “Are we alone?” But which states in the nation are having more close encounters with […]

Pregnancy can change your vision in ways you may not have anticipated. Some women notice that they are more sensitive to light, and others have headaches or migraines. You may experience things looking blurry or see spots in your visual field.  These changes can be the result of natural hormonal changes during pregnancy, and they […]

Eye drops are not a viable treatment for cataracts. The only proven medical treatment for cataracts is surgery. Cataract eye surgery removes the clouded lenses and replaces it with a synthetic or man-made lens. Is It Possible to Treat Cataracts With Eye Drops? No, it’s currently not possible to treat cataracts with eye drops. Cataracts […]

At birth, your baby’s eyes are about 65 percent of the size they will become as an adult. Your baby sees the world in black, white, and gray.  You can help your baby’s vision develop and take an active role in their vision health by knowing milestones that indicate vision health. Keep reading to learn […]

A concussion is a head injury or a blow to the head. It may be mild, moderate, or severe. It is often called a traumatic brain injury or TBI.  Concussions are often caused by car accidents, sports injuries, or blows to the head. A blow to the head has many signs and symptoms. Some of […]

There is so much to figure out when you start learning how to drive. Do you know where the mirrors are around your car? How about the rules of the road? Can you identify all those road signs? A lot of it seems like common sense, but after initially learning and passing driver’s education courses, […]

More than two out of five Americans have trouble seeing far away. Bad vision is an increasing problem for people in the U.S. and around the world, and it’s causing more than just a dent in people’s wallets. Bad vision is impacting their social life, work life, and for some, their love life!  A new […]

While glasses and contacts are game changers for people with bad vision, the costs add up over time. Every year, many Americans have to pay for an eye exam, new lenses for their glasses, a year’s supply of contacts, and maybe even prescription sunglasses. When you add up the costs, it’s safe to say it’s […]

When was the last time you went to the doctor for a checkup? Or how about the optometrist to get your eyes looked at? Don’t forget the dentist, too! There are certain doctors you should be seeing on a regular or annual basis, but many Americans are putting off some of these important appointments.  In […]

It’s no exaggeration to say technology has taken over the world. We use it to learn, work, communicate, pay, play… the list goes on and on. While it is important, it can also easily become addicting. Addicting in our own lives, technology use has become a top concern to many parents. The American Academy of […]

Laws protect students at almost every level, and taking advantage of them can level the playing field between a blind child and sighted peers. Unfortunately, research suggests that few students take advantage.   About 3 percent of children younger than 18 are blind or visually impaired. All of them can grow into healthy, happy, and educated […]