Blood pressure is one of the most important health indicators, and untreated high blood pressure can lead to many different medical conditions throughout the body, including deadly strokes and heart attacks. The link between the eyes and high blood pressure Most people don’t think about their eyes when it comes to their blood pressure, but…
Macular degeneration is a common type of degenerative eye disease that affects millions of Americans. It is also frequently called age-related macular degeneration (AMD), because it is far more likely to develop in people as they get older, especially once they reach 50 years old. Macular degeneration is caused by the eventual thinning of the…
Dr. Rachana Patel of Florida Eye Specialists recently made a pro bono procedure possible for a young woman quickly losing her vision to keratoconus. The patient, Kia Bowman, was misdiagnosed at age 21 which lead to many tough choices, such as waiting until she was completely blind to receive cornea transplants, until she met Dr.…
Arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation, and most people think about it in terms of the joint pain that is commonly associated with the condition. However, there are many other ways that arthritis can affect your physiological functions, including those related to the eyes. This is especially true when it comes to rheumatoid…
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Month, and it’s important for those who have diabetes to take their eye care seriously. It’s something that often gets overlooked, especially where diseases like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) are concerned. Early Detection is Key Because people with diabetes are more susceptible to problems with their vision, they need to…
For those living in the Jacksonville area, they know how strong the sun can be during summer. While you most likely know that you should always wear sunglasses outdoors in summer to protect your eyes from sunlight, did you know that this is also important in winter? Keep the following tips in mind, so you…
Most people think frequently about preventive dental and medical care, and make it a priority to schedule regular checkups in advance with their dentists and general physicians in order to catch any potential issues early. However, they often don’t apply the same logic to their eye health, even though receiving annual eye exams is crucial…
Far too many of us go through our daily lives without thinking of the dangers of eye injuries associated with everyday tasks. This October, educate yourself about the risks of eye injuries in the home and learn how you can take precautions to avoid damage to your vision. Understand the risk of eye injury Most…
Almost everyone is spending more time staring at their phone these days. From navigation and texting to FaceTime video streaming, the time we are spending on our phones has dramatically increased over the last decade. But all this additional time is having a serious impact on our eye health. We’ve put together some of the…
A healthy body starts with what you put in it. If you eat junk or foods that are nutritionally deficient, your body will not function at optimum levels. There are specific nutrients that are essential for eye health. According to the American Optometric Association, there are five key nutrients that are essential for incorporating into…
