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Sunshine has been called the best antidepressant, the best medicine, and the best disinfectant. We couldn’t survive or thrive without it. Just make sure you’re soaking in those rays healthfully. “All things in moderation,” as Benjamin Franklin opined. Shore up your sunny activities by learning the good and bad sides of sunshine. The Good Natural […]
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All men and women are created equal … but not all eyes are. As we celebrate our nation’s birthday, we’re taking stock of all we appreciate about these United States. Our LASIK patients have one extra thing to be grateful for: visual freedom. Freedom from glasses and contacts, freedom from worry and freedom from the […]
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Cataracts
June is Cataract Awareness Month. If you’re entering middle age or your senior years, the month is a reminder to become familiar with what cataracts are, your own risks of developing them, the signs and symptoms of cataracts, and what your treatment options are. Cataracts are extremely common. Approximately half of us will have them […]
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LASIK
Since 1998, laser-assisted-keratomileusis (LASIK) has helped millions of people across the globe achieve better vision without relying on eyeglasses or contact lenses. LASIK surgery is used to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism and is recommended for people who are at least 18 years old, have stable vision, and no serious health conditions. These conditions apply […]
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Eye Care, Eyes, TIPS
Human beings have a remarkable ability to adapt. So remarkable, in fact, that we often make subtle adjustments to compensate for changes without being aware we’re doing it or without sharing concerns with others. Alert loved ones can spot changes in behavior in each other that could signal problems that need to be addressed. If […]
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LASIK
Aside from the gift of life our moms gave us, there are few gifts greater than the freedom and independence that comes with improved vision. If you’re considering LASIK for your mom or yourself this Mother’s Day, she’ll be in good hands with Eye Specialty Group. Learn why so many moms trust us with their […]
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Eye Care, Eyes, TIPS
Eyes are so easy to injure … but the good news is that they are also so easy to protect. While April is Sports Eye Safety Month, it’s a good time to remind all of us (sports enthusiasts or not) it doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult to prevent injuries to your eyes. Just […]
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LASIK
Spring is a time of renewal … Are you renewing your interest in LASIK? If you’ve thought about laser eye surgery but have yet to make your move, here are five things to consider when planning an investment in LASIK. A 20-year-old who spends an average of just $300 per year on prescription eyeglasses will […]
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LASIK
Here comes the sun … are you ready for it? More importantly, are your eyes ready? If you have ever considered permanent vision correction, you may have asked yourself, “When is the best time for LASIK?” Everyone’s schedule is different, but in terms of the best time of year for LASIK, many patients choose spring. […]
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Allergies, Dry Eye
So, it’s springtime (yay!) and dry eye syndrome is once again rearing its ugly head (BOO….). If you have long suspected a connection between these two things, you’re right. Spring is when most people with allergies experience the worst of their symptoms. Pollen counts typically peak in April and May, which is also when we […]
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