Finding Relief: How to Choose the Right Dry Eye Treatment for You
In the bustling city of Raleigh, where technology and urban life thrive, a lesser-known but increasingly prevalent issue affects many: dry eyes. The discomfort and irritation accompanying this condition can cast a shadow on daily activities and overa...
Living with Glaucoma: How Treatment Can Improve Your Quality of Life
When such a disease accounts for 6.7 million blind people worldwide, it’s no wonder glaucoma is a worldwide health crisis. If not detected and treated early, the condition can quickly take over your vision before you know it. That’s why practicin...
How Cataract Surgery Can Change Your Life For the Better
Cataracts can lead to serious eye problems, even permanent blindness. However, many people worldwide are unaware they already have them; it’s a creeping yet prevalent problem that develops as we age. Vision becomes cloudy, objects blur, and colors ...
Managing Macular Degeneration: How an Eye Doctor Can Help You
Macular degeneration is a prevalent eye condition that habitually affects millions of people over the age of 50 worldwide. It is a progressive disease that causes blurred or reduced vision, making it difficult to see fine details or perform tasks req...
Are you getting enough shut-eye?
Are you getting enough sleep? According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), in 2014, 32% of North Carolina adults are getting less than 7 hours of sleep in a 24-hour time period. That’s a lot of tired people in our great state! And, we’d be...
Eating for healthy eyes & heart
Have you heard of the saying, “You are what you eat?” Well, it’s more than a saying. It’s a reality that your diet can significantly impact not only your overall health—but, more specifically, the health of your heart and ...
