Can you get sunburned eyes?
Yes, your eyes can get sunburned the same way your skin can. If your eyes and surrounding skin are exposed to the sun and UV…
Eye Care
When were contact lenses invented?
What if we told you contact lenses were over 500 years old? Okay, so that’s not completely true. However, Leonardo da Vinci sketched the…
How to put in eye drops
Does the idea of putting in eye drops make you nervous? Or do you always blink before you can get the drop into your…
Why is my eye twitching?
Have you ever experienced an eye twitch? You’re going about your day and then there it is – that weird little spasm and suddenly…
How to get kids to wear glasses
Getting your child to wear glasses can be one of those tricky parenting challenges – just like getting them to eat veggies, take a…
Dilated pupils and love: What does it mean?
You might have heard that dilated pupils are a sign of love – so does that mean “love at first sight” has some truth…
If I wear glasses, will my eyes get worse (or better)?
Are glasses good (or bad) for your eyes? Is it possible to restore your vision if you stop wearing them? And does vision change…
What everybody should know about foods for eye health
“Carrots are good for your eyes,” said that well-meaning grown-up who was trying to get you to eat your veggies. And, in a way, they were right! Many nutrient-rich…
Why sunglasses are a winter weather necessity
The winter months may bring colder weather, but that doesn’t mean you should trade your shades for a scarf. Ultraviolet (UV) rays can do…
Myopia in kids: Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
Myopia (also known as nearsightedness) is one of the biggest eye health concerns in the world. The number of people who are myopic is increasing at an…
