Sarah Melvin
6 Tips on How to Keep Your Eyes Healthy in 2018
Having healthy eyes is the sort of thing you can easily take for granted. But once eye problems begin, they can really complicate your life. Fortunately, you can do a lot to keep your eyes at their best by following a few simple tips. How to Keep your Eyes Healthy Wear protective sunglasses. You want a pair that blocks
Dry Eye Causes and Remedies
What Causes Dry Eyes? Generally, dry eyes are the result of not enough tears. Other than temporary reasons, such as being in a very dry environment, several things can cause insufficient tears. These include: The aging process Tear glands damaged by infections or inflammation Decongestants, antihistamines, antidepressants, hormone replacement drugs, drugs for high blood pressure, and birth control pills Vitamin
Cataract Symptoms and Warning Signs
Cataracts are one of the more common eye problems people develop as they age. Unfortunately, they develop so slowly and gradually that many people don’t realize that they’re suffering from them until they have been dealing with them too long. This is why regular eye exams become more and more important as the years go by. But if you haven’t
What Will Our Eyes Be Like in 100 Years?
With the recent major advances in eyecare, it’s hard not to wonder what our vision may look like in another 100 years. Now, surgeries such as laser vision correction and corneal inlay enhances can literally correct near-sighted and far-sighted vision enough to completely eliminate the need for glasses. This means the sky is the limit for further advances. Dr. Josef
The Science Behind Brown Eyes
Current estimates suggest that between 65-80% of the world’s population has brown eyes. So, while being a brown-eyed beauty may not be as unique as you’d like, bear in mind that not all shades of brown are the same. If you’re from southern Europe, Africa, the Middle East, or East Asia, there is a higher likelihood of brown eyes running
Diabetic Eye Disease Month
Individuals with diabetes have a higher risk of developing serious eye conditions that can really impact their vision. The month of November is dedicated to spreading awareness of those issues, so the doctors here at Michigan Eye Institute have prepared a list of facts that may help diabetics maintain healthy long term eyecare. Diabetic eye diseases include diabetic retinopathy, diabetic
MEI Trunk Shows and Why You Should Attend
Designer sunglasses. Major eyewear discounts. Friendly Michigan Eye Institute staff. These are all reasons why, if you’re in the marketing for a new pair of shades, you should attend our next Designer Sunglasses Trunk Show event. Always located at one of our many southeast Michigan offices – Flint, Fenton, Lapeer, Grand Blanc, or Oxford – our trunk shows feature designer
Cosmetics and Eyecare
Many times, we treat patients who are having eye problems that are directly related to improper or careless makeup use. Did you know that certain cosmetic products can trigger allergic reactions which can put you at risk for an infection? Here are some beauty processes that can hurt your eyes in the short or long term. Eyeliner – Because this
National Book Month: How Reading Affects Your Eyes
You’re enthralled within the pages of a good book, have been for hours. The pages begin to blur and you know you should get back to reality. Our eyes are not immune to exhaustion, and today, books come in various formats. Kindle and other mobile-formatted books revolutionized the way we consume our knowledge, but now we spend more time staring
Home Eye Safety Awareness Month
Our eyes are one of the most important, and vulnerable, organs. Of all the ways we keep ourselves safe, wearing the proper protection at work cannot be forgotten. Physical labor occupations (such as railroad, steelwork, or construction) are often a focus, but sports and activities at home are also high injury areas. Home projects are especially dangerous because we feel
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