Parkinson’s disease is a chronic disease that affects the nervous system. It causes a variety of symptoms that often progress over time. It can also lead to some changes in the eyes. April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to learn more about this disorder and how eye problems can be managed. 

Sarcoidosis is a long-term inflammatory disease that causes the formation of small clumps of cells, which are called granulomas. The granulomas form in the tissues and organs of the body. Granulomas can cause further inflammation and may lead to tissue damage. 

According to the Cleveland Clinic, up to 60 percent of people with sarcoidosis may have eye involvement. Researchers do not fully understand why some people with sarcoidosis develop ocular involvement and others do not. 
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Most of us spend time on our electronic devices. Whether it is a cell phone, iPad or laptop, we may spend several hours a day glued to our devices. But is all that screen time bad for your eyes? The answer is, it might be. 

You might know that stress does not only affect your mental wellbeing. Stress can also affect your physical health. Chronic stress can increase your risk of headaches, digestive problems, and even heart attacks. But did you know stress may also affect your eyes?

April is Stress Awareness Month, and many of us can benefit from learning how to combat stress and protect our health. 
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March is National Nutrition Month. When you think about healthy eating, you might think of low cholesterol or counting your calories, but the foods you eat may also contribute to healthy eyes.

Although there is no specific diet to improve your vision or ward off all eye diseases, what you eat does matter. Your diet may, directly and indirectly, increase your chances of developing eye diseases or reduce your risk. 
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