March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
March is designated as Workplace Eye Wellness Month by the Prevent Blindness organization, a time when we focus on promoting eye health and safety in the workplace. We want to share some tips that can help protect your eyes whether you work in an office or outside. Our aim is to raise awareness about the…
Read MoreWhat is a Cataract?
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
What is a Cataract? A cataract is a dense, cloudy area that forms in the eye’s lens. A cataract begins when proteins in the eye form clumps that prevent the lens from sending clear images to the retina. The retina converts the light that comes through the lens into signals. It sends the signals to…
Read MoreHave a Good Night’s Sleep and Reduce the Blue Light!
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
The blue light from your digital devices may prevent you from falling asleep and having a quality night’s sleep. You may have experienced trouble falling asleep after staring at your phone or other digital devices before bedtime. The blue light from your digital devices keeps you up and stimulates you to wake up, whether from…
Read MoreWhat Do Your Eyes Reveal About Your Heart?
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
February often brings thoughts of heart-shaped candies and heart-themed décor for Valentine’s Day, but more importantly, it should make you think about your heart health, too! February is Heart Health Month, a time to focus on heart health and disease prevention. However, many don’t realize that the eyes and heart are not just connected but…
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