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What to Know About Neurological Eye Diseases

2/1/2025

 
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Problems with eyes or vision can be related to issues within the eye's structure. For instance, if the macula in the eye starts to break down, it can lead to age-related macular degeneration. However, your body systems are interconnected. This means a condition affecting one system or organ may also affect a different body part.
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Neurological eye and vision problems can develop when an individual has problems within their nervous system. The nervous system includes the spinal cord, brain, and nerves that send signals between the two.


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Glaucoma Risk Factor | Glaucoma Awareness Month

1/1/2025

 
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Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve. In some cases, a buildup of fluid in the eye develops, increasing the intraocular pressure. 

Glaucoma is one of the top causes of blindness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is the second leading cause of vision loss worldwide. In the United States, about 3 million people have glaucoma.


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Retinal Tear vs Detachment: How Do They Differ?

1/1/2025

 
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A retinal tear and a detachment are similar eye conditions that can potentially lead to vision loss. Both retinal conditions have similar symptoms and require immediate medical attention. Recognizing symptoms of a retinal tear or detachment is crucial to receiving treatment and preventing long-term complications including vision loss. 

The article below takes a look at retinal tears versus detachment including causes, symptoms, and treatment.
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Eye Questions and Answers

11/1/2024

 
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You may not give your vision much thought until you start to have problems with it. However, maintaining healthy eyes and good vision is essential for your safety, independence, and overall quality of life. 

One of the best things you can do for your vision is to become educated on things related to vision and keeping your eyes healthy. Taking a proactive approach and understanding your eyes can help protect your vision.
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Below are some questions related to vision and eye health that you may have wondered about.

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Is There a Difference Between Male and Female Vision?

6/1/2024

 
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When it comes to vision, are all people created equal? The answer may be surprising. Males and females can both develop the same eye diseases, such as cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. 

There are individual variations in vision, and gender is not always the biggest factor. However, there are some differences between male and female vision. The article below examines some key differences. 
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Eyecare Mistakes to Avoid

4/1/2024

 
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Most of us want to live a healthy lifestyle by getting enough sleep, exercising, and eating a well-balanced diet, but overall health also includes eye health. 

There may be ways you are putting your eye health at risk without realizing it. The first step in making the best eye health choices is recognizing habits that may harm your eyes. 
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The Main Causes of Vision Loss

10/1/2023

 
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The thought of losing your vision is scary. Vision loss can adversely impact all areas of your life and alter your independence. Some causes of vision loss occur suddenly, such as severe injury to the eye. However, many causes of vision loss occur due to certain forms of eye diseases. 

Learning more about vision loss, including its causes, is helpful to implement ways to reduce the risk. 
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Five Most Common Eye Injuries at Work and How to Prevent Them | Workplace Eye Awareness Month

3/1/2023

 
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Injuries at work are common. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2021, private industry employers reported 2.6 million workplace injuries and illnesses. Some of those injuries affected the eyes.

According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, roughly 2000 workers in the United States sustain an eye injury at work each day. Some eye injuries are serious and cause lost time from work.

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