Kategorie: Dry Eye

Why Does Your Vision Feel "Off" Even When Your Vision Screening Looks Normal?

9/1/2026

You may have had a vision screening for work, school, or your driver's license, and were told your vision looks just fine. You can read the required line on the eye chart, and your visual acuity measures 20/20. Yet something still feels “off”.

A normal vision screening is good news, but it may not tell the entire story. In some cases, visual symptoms aren't caused by structural eye diseases.

Your visual system is somewhat complicated. How your eyes focus, medications you're taking, migraines, and neurological factors could influence how you see.

A vision screening can identify certain potential problems, but it is not the same thing as a comprehensive eye exam.

Did You Know?

8/1/2026

Have you ever stopped to think about all the fascinating things your eyes do every day? Or have you ever had an eye question pop into your head, such as whether your eyes can get sunburned?

Many things we notice about our eyes can be completely normal. However, some symptoms may be early signs of an eye disease or other vision problem.

Why Your Eyes May Feel Worse on Your Summer Vacation

7/1/2026

Summer often means travel and vacations. Typically, your vacation is supposed to leave you feeling recharged. So why do you notice that your eyes feel more tired, irritated, and dry when you're traveling?

If you experience tired, dry eyes during or after travel, you're not alone. Various travel-related factors can leave your eyes feeling less than refreshed after vacation.

The Chronic Diseases Most Likely to Affect Your Vision | Chronic Disease Awareness Day

7/1/2026

Depending on the severity, having a chronic disease can interfere with your employment, family responsibilities, and overall wellness.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention define a chronic disease as a condition that lasts 12 months or more and interferes with activities of daily living, and/or requires medical attention.

Midlife Vision: Eye Changes In Your 40s and 50s

6/1/2026

If you're hitting your 40s or 50s, you may have noticed a little more weight around your middle or a few gray hairs, but some changes to your vision may surprise you. For example, you may now reach for reading glasses or find yourself squinting when looking at materials up close.

If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. During this stage of life, hormones may shift, metabolism may change, and the risk of certain diseases can increase. Physical changes may also affect the eyes and vision.

What is the Connection Between Arthritis and Your Eyes? | Arthritis Awareness Month

5/1/2026

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, arthritis affects about one in five people in the United States. It is one of the leading causes of work disability.

Arthritis is the umbrella term for more than 100 conditions that affect the joints, connective tissue, and surrounding tissues, but arthritis can affect other areas of the body, including the eyes.

What is Normal? Visual Experiences Explained FAQ | Healthy Vision Month

5/1/2026

Most people notice a slight change in how their eyes feel throughout the day. You may also notice certain changes after spending a long time looking at a computer screen. That's because your eyes respond to your environment, light, screen time, and fatigue throughout your day.

But what is normal, and what is something that you should be concerned about? Continue reading for some answers to common questions about your eyes and vision.

Vision and Parkinson’s: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Options | Parkinson’s Awareness Month

4/2/2026

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative condition affecting specific neurons in an area of the brain. According to the Parkinson's Foundation, over a million people in the United States live with Parkinson's, and 90,000 people are newly diagnosed each year. According to the World Health Organization, the incidence of Parkinson's has doubled in the last 25 years.

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