According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation, currently, more than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma, and the National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58 percent increase. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal sight without warning. Although the most…
We are all looking forward to a fresh new start and ready to ring in the New Year with cheer! Every year it is that special time to celebrate with champagne but popping a bottle of bubbly comes with some risk. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a champagne cork can fly up to…
We can all agree that 2020 was a true roller coaster ride and as we wave goodbye to the year 2020, let’s welcome positive vibes for a healthy 2021.The New Year is a time to start fresh and renew our commitment to health, happiness, and success. It’s important to include eye health and safety in…
Some of the most popular toys this year may not be the best gift for your child. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, about a quarter of a million children are seen in hospital emergency departments in the U.S. each year due to toy-related injuries. Nearly half of those injuries were to the head and…
The holiday shopping season is in full swing, with most shopping activity online this year. We want to empower our patients with information that includes a few safety guidelines when choosing the perfect gifts for the little ones in your life. Several recent studies have shown that some popular toy types are commonly associated with…
Have you started your holiday shopping yet? This year your holiday shopping may look a little different as you make your list and checking it twice. If you are struggling to find the perfect gift for your special loved one, look no further. Finding the perfect gift can be a frustrating task. A cookbook, a…
It is that magical time of the year, a season of giving and being merry! What a year we have had so far, where you might have placed your needs at the bottom of your to-do list. At Central Florida Eye Specialists, we want to remind you to give yourself a gift that you will…
A new study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that, while progress is being made, smoking and tobacco use remains a concern for the health of millions of Americans. Smoking causes itchy, watery eyes, which can be a nuisance, but more importantly, smoking escalates the risk for vision-threatening eye diseases such as…
It is the countdown to the end of the year and almost time to wave goodbye to the year 2020. Many people are beginning to think about their goals for 2021, and for some people to quit smoking is probably their top goal. The most common health effects that come to mind when we think…
This Thanksgiving season, it’s important to acknowledge the things we are grateful for in our lives. Central Florida Eye Specialists has the opportunity to touch so many people’s lives in such a unique way, and we see patients all the time who tell us how their eye care appointment has made a huge difference for them. From…