What Happens To Our Eyes As We Age?

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health

As we age, we undergo a few changes as adults, from our hair turning gray to changes in our eyesight. One of our priorities is ensuring our patients are empowered with information to know what to expect to minimize risks.  What Are the Common Age-Related Vision Changes?   Major Age-Related Eye Diseases  Early detection can effectively…

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Healthy Foods for Your Eyes

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health

Do you eat foods that look delicious to the eye or food that is good for your eyes? Eating healthy food is the key to reducing the risk of developing eye diseases, and making nutritional meals and maintaining eye health go hand-in-hand. Let’s explore a diverse array of foods that will help promote good eye…

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Healthy Foods for Your Eyes

How Does Sleep Apnea Affect the Eyes?

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health

According to the National Sleep Foundation, a significant 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, and shockingly, 80 percent of these cases are undiagnosed. Sleep Apnea is a condition marked by abnormal breathing during sleep, often multiple times per night. It causes lower-quality sleep and affects the eyes. It’s important to know that you’re not…

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How Does Sleep Apnea Affect the Eyes?

What is Color Blindness?

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health

Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency (CVD), is a condition that affects a significant 300 million people worldwide. This means that a large portion of the population does not perceive color the same way as the majority. It’s a condition that alters the way their eyes interpret light, affecting approximately 1 in 12…

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What is Color Blindness?

July is Dry Eye Awareness Month

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health

July is National Dry Eye Awareness Month. It’s important to understand that dry eye disease, a multifactorial condition, affects a significant portion of the population, with an estimated 25 million people in the United States alone. Despite its prevalence, it’s often under-recognized and under-diagnosed. We aim to equip you with the knowledge that could make…

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July is Dry Eye Awareness Month

Raleigh Ophthalmology Summer Newsletter

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Newsletter

Dr. James Constans is leaving Raleigh Ophthalmology, effective July 26, 2024. Dr. Constans and his family are moving out-of- state to be closer to their extended family.  While we are sad that Dr. Constans is leaving Raleigh Ophthalmology, we wish him and his family the very best!  Dr. Chong and Dr. Dickens continue to accept…

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Raleigh Ophthalmology Summer Newsletter

July is UV Awareness Month

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health

We welcomed summer last week, and this week, we celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27, 2024. As we approach July, which marks UV Safety Month, it’s a perfect time to grab your best sunglasses while you are out and about to enjoy your favorite summer activities. Did you know it wasn’t until the 1900s…

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Your Eyelashes Are More Than Just For Beauty

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health

Eyelashes are not just a popular beauty trend. They are a vital part of our eye health, acting as a protective barrier against debris, infection, or injury. Understanding their natural growth cycle, which occurs every six to ten weeks when they replace themselves after a few are lost, is key to maintaining their health. The…

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Your Eyelashes Are More Than Just For Beauty

June is Men’s Health Month

Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health

June is Men’s Health Month, and it’s worth noting that Men’s Health Week, celebrated from June 10 – 16, 2024, falls just before Father’s Day. This timing is significant as it presents a unique opportunity to focus on men’s health, particularly eye health, during a time when the importance of men in our lives is…

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June is Men's Health Month