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Mar 2015
What Contact Lenses Are Right For You?
If you’re thinking about getting contacts, it’s important to understand your options and what particular kind of contacts are right for you. Contact lenses have come a long way in recent years, and there are contacts for just about everybody. Whether you have astigmatism, you’re nearsighted, or farsighted, there are contacts available for you. Soft Contacts- Soft contacts are a preferred option for many people because of their convenience. You can wear
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Mar 2015
3 Tips For Avoiding Eye Strain
Most of us use computers every day, either at work or on our own time. Can you remember the last time you went a day without using a device of some kind? So it’s not surprising that so many of us experience the effects of eye strain. Eye strain can manifest itself in the form of sore, red eyes, eye spasms, and increased feelings of fatigue. It’s important to know the signs
There has never been more need for workplace eye health concern than in the digital age, and your Spektacles team wants to help! With almost half of Americans spending most of their days using an electronic device according to the American Optometric Association (AOA), many are now suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). CVS can cause headaches, fatigue, blurred vision, and a number of other symptoms. Following a few simple
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Mar 2015
Reducing Eye Strain from Computer Use
Whether at work or on our own time, it’s not unusual for us to spend hours on our computers and devices every day. If we spend too much time staring at a screen, we may begin to experience the symptoms of eye strain. Eye strain from computer use can cause fatigue, headaches, and itchy and burning red eyes. There are a number of ways to prevent eye strain.Try some of
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Mar 2015
Save Your Vision Month – March 2015
March is “Save Your Vision Month,” an awareness campaign brought to you by the American Optometric Association, and the staff here at Spektacles wants to encourage you to take a moment to consider your eye health. Today’s fast paced digital world can be hard on your eyes in many ways. The modern need for speedy service and convenience has affected the way many American think about their eye health. Here
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Nov 2014
Common Eye Issues – Red, Pink, or Dry Eyes
Most people can recall a time when they have experienced red, pink, or sore eyes. Sometimes it’s a minor irritation of the blood vessels while other times it’s a redness that seems to overtake the whole eye. There are several reasons for sore, red eyes. Most commonly it’s caused by allergies to our environment, fatigue, improper wearing of contact lenses, or common eye infections. Persistent red eyes can also be
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There’s a lot we can do to maintain healthy vision over the course of our lives. Getting regular eye exams, wearing sunglasses rated for UVA/UVB rays, and wearing safety glasses for work and sports are all good measures to ensure our eyes stay safe and sound. But did you know one of the best ways to keep our eyes healthy for the long haul is to eat a healthy diet?
Summer is here and that means even more sunshine than usual. Spektacles wants to remind you to take care of your eyes out there. The best way to protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays is to wear sunglasses whenever you are outside or riding in the car. Plain old drugstore sunglasses aren’t enough for true protection. You should make sure sunglasses are rated to provide 99% or 100%
June is National Fireworks Safety Month and the eyecare professionals here at Spektacles want to encourage you to be safe this summer season if you celebrate with fireworks. Did you know there are approximately 10,000 injuries every year from accidents involving fireworks, most causing injury to fingers and eyes? Most of these injuries occur on or near July 4th and involve firecrackers, bottle rockets, and roman candles. While most of
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