Fall is just around the corner, and for millions of children, that means back to school. As the summer winds down, it’s a good time to prepare for the school year ahead. One way to start off on the right foot is to make sure your child’s vision is protected, and their eyesight is good.

August is Children’s Eye Health Month. The blog below takes a look at common eye problems in children and eye tips to start the school year right. 
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Most people get bloodshot eyes, at least occasionally. Bloodshot eyes involve redness on the white part of your eye. While it is very common to get bloodshot eyes, can it mean something is wrong with your eyes? In most cases, bloodshot eyes are caused by a benign or harmless issue, but there are instances when redness, along with other symptoms, can indicate a more serious eye problem. 

Headaches are one of the most common complaints that develop in adults. In some cases, headaches can also cause vision issues. The opposite is also true. Eye issues can lead to headaches. So how do you know which caused which? 

June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to take a closer look at both headaches and eye issues and determine how to prevent both.  
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Dark circles under the eyes are not harmful, but they can make you look tired. Some people are more likely to develop dark circles due to genetics, but even people that are prone to undereye circles can decrease their appearance. Let’s take a look at the causes of dark circles and what you can do to treat them.  

We all want to do what is best for our health, eyes, and vision. But sometimes, we may not realize our daily habits might actually be adversely affecting our eyes in big and small ways.  Learning how certain habits may have a negative impact and how to change them can help promote healthy eyes.