Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, July 30, 2020
To understand the diseases and conditions that can affect the eye, it helps to understand basic eye anatomy. This week, we would like to give a brief tour of the eye to explain further how it works. The eye captures and focuses light like a camera. Here is a step-by-step explanation of how the eye… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, July 23, 2020
This summer, many people are staying close to home for backyard hang-outs and close-to-home summer fun. While spending more time at home, more people are strapping on their tool belts, putting on their gardening gear, and getting to work on DIY home improvement projects. Did you know that about half of all eye injuries happen right at… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, July 16, 2020
Eye emergencies can be frightening, especially when you’re far from home. Accidents and injuries can make it hard to navigate a new city – even worse, some conditions can lead to permanent vision loss if not treated appropriately. Here are some top travel tips from a comprehensive ophthalmologist and world traveler Anne Sumers, M.D., a clinical… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, July 6, 2020
Before you head out, don’t forget to protect yourselves from the sun’s UV rays, both with sunscreen for your skin and with sunglasses for your eyes. Why We Need UV Protection We all know that we can get sunburns if we stay outside too long without sunscreen, but did you know that your eyes can be… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, July 1, 2020
The Fourth of July is one of the favorite times of the year and the official kick off holiday to summer. The month surrounding July 4th festivities also brings an increase of fireworks displays and with that a spike in firework related injuries. It is important to consider eye protection when dealing with anything combustible…. Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, June 24, 2020
Protecting your eyesight is one of the most basic things you can do to maintain a good quality of life. Summer is here, and it is a great time to take a closer look at a few of the biggest reasons to make sure an eye exam makes it into your schedules. Prevention Is the… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, June 18, 2020
We have adapted to different lifestyle changes due to COVID-19; however, it is so important to adapt to an exercise routine to build strength, stay fit, and feel good. Staying active is crucial to overall health, including lowering our risk of chronic health problems like type 2 diabetes, heart conditions, and high blood pressure, but… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, June 12, 2020
Prevent Blindness America has declared June to be Cataract Awareness Month, an initiative aimed at raising awareness of and advocating for education on cataract risk factors, symptoms, and treatments. preventblindness.org/cataract-awareness-month-2020 The number of Americans with cataracts are expected to be 38.5 million by 2032 and 45.6 million by 2050, according to Prevent Blindness America. Cataracts… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, June 3, 2020
We are on the heels of summer! Post COVID-19 this summer will be different than what we have experienced in previous summers. While you follow safety guidelines from the CDC and local health departments including proper social distancing. There will still be fun times spent outdoors, but it also means more exposure to harmful UV… Read More
Posted by: The Eye Center of North Florida in News & Community, March 30, 2020
With the current state of health in the Bay, Gulf and Washington county areas, The Eye Center of North Florida is making plans regarding the protection of our patients, staff and physicians. As we move to rescheduling most non-urgent office appointments, we will be seeing urgent/emergent care patients on a reduced basis. At this time… Read More
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