General Eye Care
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
Dry Eyes, Allergies, and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
Fall is rapidly approaching… and some days it has felt as if it’s already here! With a new season around the corner, the leaves will be changing colors and falling. For many people, autumn can cause an increase in allergy symptoms, including dry eyes and irritation. At the Michigan Eye Institute, our eye doctors help keep your eyes healthy in every
6 Tips To Improve Eyesight Naturally
Can You Improve Vision Naturally? We all get older, and as we do, our bodies change. Your metabolism isn’t what it once was and your eyes can’t see like they used to. It may start out small with squinting to read words on paper. But soon enough it becomes impossible to read or drive without glasses. As we age, it
Contact Lens Health Week
August 21-25 marks the fourth annual Contact Lens Health Week. The main goal of this week is to increase public awareness and promote the healthy wearing and care of contact lenses. For 2017, the theme is “healthy habits mean healthy eyes” with a focus on children starting healthy eye care habits early. Because August is also Children’s Eye Health and
Eye Tips for Staring at a Screen All Day
A lot of us spend time looking at digital screens (phone, computer, etc.) most of the day, which can cause your eyes to be strained. It can even cause some people to develop chronic headaches or nausea. Here are some eye tips the MEI doctors compiled to help you take care of your vision and prevent eye fatigue: Exercise your
Solar Eclipse 2017
The 2017 Solar Eclipse will definitely be a sight to see. Michigan Eye Institute doctors never recommend looking directly at the sun. However, used properly, solar filter sunglasses may allow for safe viewing of the eclipse. Watching a solar eclipse is a memorable experience. However, the American Academy of Ophthalmology states that looking directly at the sun can seriously damage your
August Is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
The American Academy Of Ophthalmology recognizes August as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Children are at risk for many eye and vision problems, which often go undiagnosed. Some signs of concern in children could be: Disinterest in reading or viewing distant objects. Wandering or crossed eyes. Squinting or turning their heads in an unusual manner while watching television. Here are
Children’s Vision Care
Pediatric Eye Exams Children’s eye exams are essential because vision is a crucial part of how they begin to learn and develop. Statistics show that on average, one out of four school-age children has a vision impairment. Most children should have their first comprehensive eye exam before they enter first grade (usually around five or six years old). If your
Contacts vs. Glasses: Which is Best for You?
Deciding whether you want to wear glasses or contacts is a personal decision. Of course, being comfortable is the most important aspect. Each choice has pros and cons and it’s up to you to decide which fits your lifestyle the best. Glasses Pros: You do not have to poke around your eye, which lessens the risk of infection. Dust
Summer Eye Care Tips
Just as it is important to protect your skin during the hot summer months, facilitating proper eye care is also a priority. Whether it is yard work, chemicals in the pool, or the rays reflecting off the waves, the delicate tissue in your eyes require care and protection. Here are some tips: 100% UV protection The sun radiates all kinds
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