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Medical illustration comparing healthy eye to eye with blepharitis showing eyelid inflammation, crusty dandruff-like flakes along lash line, redness, swelling, and bacterial infection.

Eye Health • January 6, 2026

Is Blepharitis Contagious?

Blepharitis leaves your eyelids looking red and crusty. The burning sensation and flaky debris along your lash line can make you question whether you should keep your distance from loved ones. The good news is that blepharitis is not contagious. You cannot pass this eyelid inflammation directly to another person. While some underlying factors, like…

Diagram illustrating MiSight contact lens dual-focus technology with concentric treatment zones creating myopic defocus on peripheral retina and correction zones providing clear central vision to slow myopia progression.

Frames & Lenses • January 5, 2026

MiSight Contact Lenses: How They Help Slow Myopia

Signs like your child squinting at the whiteboard or moving closer to their tablet screen are small changes that can signal worsening nearsightedness. Without intervention, myopia often continues to progress throughout childhood, even if they keep wearing glasses. Instead of letting it worsen, we offer specialized contact lenses to protect your child's vision for the…

Illustration showing eye anatomy with the macula and three retinal views comparing a healthy eye, wet AMD, and dry AMD.

Macular Degeneration • December 1, 2025

Recognizing Early Signs of AMD: Why Early Detection Matters

You might notice that straight lines suddenly look wavy, or that you need extra light to read your favorite book. These changes in your vision could signal age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a condition that affects millions of people over 50. While these symptoms might seem minor at first, they can point to changes happening in…

A man sitting at a desk rubbing his eyes while working on a large computer screen, showing signs of digital eye strain.

Eye Health • December 1, 2025

What Is Digital Eye Strain?

You settle in for another day at your computer, scroll through your phone during lunch, then watch TV to unwind. Hours later, your eyes feel heavy and dry, your head throbs, and everything looks a bit blurry. This familiar discomfort has a name, and it affects millions of people who spend time looking at digital…

Young girl wearing glasses and smiling during an eye exam with a Snellen eye chart in the background.

Myopia Management • November 3, 2025

Can Myopia Be Reversed?

As a parent, you want to see the world open up for your child. When you hear a term like myopia, or nearsightedness, it’s natural to have questions about what it means for their future and their vision. Understanding this common condition is the first step toward exploring effective myopia control services for children and…

Woman sitting at a desk rubbing her eyes in front of a computer, showing signs of digital eye strain.

Eye Health • November 3, 2025

Can Eye Strain Cause Permanent Damage?

From work and school to reading and screen time, families today spend countless hours focusing their eyes. By the evening, it’s common to feel tired, sore, or strained. This common feeling is known as digital eye strain, and it's an issue many people experience daily. The discomfort from eye strain is a frequent concern, and…

A woman wearing a pink textured sweater holds up her index finger in front of her face while focusing intently on it, likely performing a vision or eye-tracking exercise in a well-lit indoor setting.

Vision Therapy • July 16, 2025

Do Eye Exercises Improve Vision?

Eye exercises can be powerful tools for improving vision when used properly under professional guidance. In vision therapy, eye exercises effectively address visual concerns like strabismus, amblyopia, eye-tracking problems, and rehabilitation after brain injuries. These targeted exercises help train the eyes and brain to work together more effectively. However, not all eye exercise claims are…

A child with myopia squints and leans too close to their computer screen.

Myopia Management • May 27, 2025

How to Slow Myopia Progression in Children

Childhood is a critical stage for overall development, and vision plays a crucial role in helping children learn, explore, and grow. But myopia is becoming increasingly common among young children worldwide. Fortunately, there are ways to minimize risk and keep myopia from worsening. A few practical strategies to slow myopia progression in children include: Increased…

A person covers both their eyes as they wince in pain.

Eye Health • April 30, 2025

Why Does It Hurt When I Blink My Eyes?

Blinking is something most of us do without thinking about it, however, when blinking starts to hurt, it can disrupt your entire day. Experiencing pain when blinking can make even basic tasks like reading emails, watching TV, or even enjoying time with loved ones uncomfortable. If your eyes hurt when you blink, this may be…

Close-up of a person over 50's eye as they look out a window.

Eye Disease • March 25, 2025

What Are the Early Warning Signs of Macular Degeneration?

Macular degeneration can significantly impact your ability to perform everyday activities like reading, driving, and even recognizing faces. It's one of the leading causes of vision loss among people over the age of 50, but it can develop slowly, meaning it’s often hard to notice until the damage is done. The early warning signs of…