There is no shortage of information on eye care. But everything you hear or read may not be accurate. There are longstanding myths out there about everything from improving vision to things that harm your eyes.

Separating fact from myth is helpful in understanding how best to maintain eye health. The more you know, the better you can take care of your eyes and maintain good vision. Below are seven common eye care myths. 

Most people have heard of certain eye diseases, such as cataracts and glaucoma. But there are also several other less common diseases that can affect your eyes and vision.

February 28th is Rare Disease Day. It is also a good time to learn more about rare eye diseases. Keep reading below to learn about four rare eye diseases, their symptoms, and their treatment. 
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You might think that low vision is something that only happens to adults  but low vision and blindness can also develop in children. February is Low Vision Awareness Month. Understanding more about the causes of low vision in children is helpful in improving quality of life.

Age-related macular degeneration involves damage to the macula of the eye. This is the part of the eye that controls central vision. When the macula becomes damaged, it leads to a loss of central vision.

Most people with age-related macular degeneration do not lose their vision completely but developing central vision loss can affect your ability to do normal activities, such as driving and reading. 
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An eye floater is a small spot or shape that floats across your line of vision. Having an occasional eye floater is usually nothing to be too worried about, but an eye floater can also signal a serious eye condition that can threaten vision. Keep reading below for more information on what eye floaters are, their causes, and when to be concerned.