Winter is Here: Tips to Help Dry Eye
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We just celebrated the first day of winter, which means the winter season is in full swing! The chilling effects of the colder months, your environment, and your wardrobe are not the only parts of your life that need winter preparation; our bodies and health are often affected just as much by the winter changes….
Read MoreShop This Holiday With An Eye On Safety
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The holiday shopping season is in full swing, a fun time making holiday memories with family and friends that will last for a lifetime. In support of Safe Toys Month, we want to empower our patients this month with information that includes a few safety guidelines when choosing the perfect gifts for the little ones…
Read MoreSmoking And Your Eyes
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It is a countdown to the end of the year and almost time to wave goodbye to 2021. Many people are beginning to think about their goals for 2022, and for some people, quitting smoking is their top goal. The most common health effect that comes to mind when we think of smoking is lung…
Read MoreWe Are Thankful For Our Patients
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This Thanksgiving season, it is essential to acknowledge the things we are grateful for in our lives, and we give thanks to all of our patients. The doctors and staff of Central Florida Eye Specialists have the opportunity to touch so many people’s lives in such a unique way, and we see patients all the time…
Read MoreI Have Been Diagnosed With Cataracts. What’s Next?
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If you have been diagnosed by your eye doctor with a cataract, you are not alone. According to the National Eye Institute, cataract affects over 24.4 million Americans age 40 and older. Here at Central Florida Eye Specialists, we are also here for you to ensure you have the best support for your cataract diagnosis. …
Read MoreConjunctivitis: What is Pink Eye?
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Conjunctivitis, often called “pink eye,” is when the conjunctiva is irritated by an infection or allergies. Pink eye is a common eye infection that affects millions of Americans every year. Your eyes are red and swollen (inflamed), and sometimes they have a sticky discharge when infected. You can have conjunctivitis in one or both eyes. Some types of pink eye…
Read MoreTips To Keep Your Eyes Healthy This Fall
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The great memories of Summer are coming to an end, but there is something about fall that makes people fall in love with this beautiful season. Maybe having a pumpkin spice latte, seeing the tree’s foliage change, or a trip to the orchard can entice you to fall in love with the season every year….
Read MoreSeptember is Healthy Aging Month
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As we age, we become wiser, but our health becomes more important. There is much appreciation for the improvements in medicine; we live longer lives now. As such, it is even more critical than ever before to develop a healthy lifestyle as we get older. Like the other organs in our bodies, our eye health…
Read MoreDo Our Eyes Change As We Get Older?
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Beginning in the early to mid-40s, many adults may start to have issues seeing clearly, especially when reading and working on a digital device. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, adults develop this typical problem between 41 to 60. This average change in the eye’s focusing ability, called presbyopia, will continue to progress over…
Read MoreProtecting Your Eye Health With Exercise
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Did you know that physically active people appear to have a 73 percent lower risk of developing glaucoma? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, people who engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity may be able to lower their risk of glaucoma significantly. Researchers reported a 73 percent decline in the risk of developing…
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