The first week in December is “Older Driver Safety Awareness Week.” Driving is a wonderful privilege we get as adults, and we all want to maintain this freedom as long as we can.
 
Our physical and sensory abilities change as we age. Understanding common age-related changes, such as delayed reaction time and seeing less well in the dark, is the first step in older driver safety. 

​It’s almost that time again when we welcome a new year. If you’re like a lot of people, you might have a New Year’s resolution. Whether you want to do volunteer work, hit the gym, or save more money, the start of a new year is a great time to set some goals.
 
One goal you might want to consider is a resolution to maintain or improve your eye health. 

Although it is not as common as some eye conditions like cataracts or glaucoma, epithelial basement membrane dystrophy is a serious eye condition that can lead to problems with the eye, including discomfort and distorted vision.

​The good news is that the condition, which affects the cornea, can be detected through a comprehensive eye exam.
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You probably know that certain lifestyle choices such as getting enough sleep and eating your vegetables are good for your health. Did you know that your lifestyle could also affect your vision though?
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While it’s easy to overlook your eye health if you don’t currently have vision problems, the choices you make now can affect your vision in the future. Here are eight tips you can follow to help you protect your eyes and your vision:
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We all know that going to the doctor for a yearly physical and having routine dental check-ups are good for your health, which brings up the question: Is getting regular eye exams also good for your health?
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The short answer is: Yes! One of the best things you can do to protect your eyes, keep them functioning optimally, and perhaps even save your vision is to have regular eye exams based on your age, risk factors, and eye health.
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