Today, look around you and one of the common denominators you are likely to see is that most people have their eyes glued to some sort of screen, whether it be a phone, tablet, computer, or television. If we stop and think about it, it might actually be a little shocking at just how much of our time is spent in front of a screen of some sort. Setting aside any of...
We all recognize the telltale shakiness of full-blown Parkinson’s Disease generally associated with old age, but what about the initial onset? How can you tell if you might have the disease? One single symptom alone does not mean that you have or are beginning Parkinson’s. If you are experiencing multiple symptoms, it would be wise to consult your...
Styes pop up seemingly out of nowhere overnight. One day your eye is clear and healthy and the next, irritated, red and swollen. Though a stye won’t impair your vision, it is uncomfortable and aggravating. It may also make you extra sensitive to light and feel like you have something in your eye that you cannot get out. A stye can form when a single oil gland on the...
Vision disturbances are different for everyone and can affect you at any point in your life, youth to old age. Here are a few warning signs. If you notice any of the following, it would be a good idea to make an appointment for an eye exam with your local Optician. Difficulty seeing at night – Driving at night you may notice lights become starred and glary. Night...
Chicken Pox, a virus known as Varicella, often affects children but if you haven’t been exposed during your childhood, you are still at risk as a teen or even adult. The more advanced your age, generally the rule holds true that the more advanced it coincides with the severity at which you will experience symptoms. Meaning – it is far better to catch the Chicken Pox as a...
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