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Older adults with untreated vision issues at risk for dementia

Older adults with untreated sight conditions may be at increased risk of dementia, according to a new systematic review and meta-analysis of 16 studies involving 76,373 participants. The results of the study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Aging and Mental Health, highlight a need for further research to ...

2022-07-13T10:11:16-07:00

Reducing Eye Glare with Polarized Lenses

Polarized, or anti-glare, sunglass lenses reduce light glare and eyestrain. Because of this, they improve vision and safety in the sun. When working or playing outdoors, you can become frustrated and even temporarily blinded by reflected light and glare. This is a potentially dangerous situation that polarization ...

2022-07-13T10:11:24-07:00

Eye exams reveal a myriad of health conditions

Your eyes are windows to the live action of blood vessels, nerves and connective tissues throughout your body. Problems spotted in the eye are often the first signs of disease lurking elsewhere. Presented here are 20 surprising conditions your eye doctor may detect during a comprehensive eye ...

2022-05-05T12:39:43-07:00