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An introduction of contact lenses prescription

29th September 2009
Currently, Americans in all 50 states can buy contacts both from ECPs and other sources such as optical chains, warehouse clubs and online stores. This privilege originates from a 2004 legislation that patients are entitled to obtain a copy of contacts pr... Read >
Author: Lily Allen

Age-related Macular Degeneration Disease: Exciting Discovery

25th September 2009
The clinical trial called the Age-Related Eye Disease Study sponsored by the National Eye Institute found that high levels of antioxidants and zinc significantly reduce the risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration. Advanced age-related macular de... Read >
Author: wbdoyle

Are Contact Lenses Right For You?

21st September 2009
If you need vision correction and are wondering if contact lenses are a good alternative for you, there are a few things you need to take into consideration. Think about your lifestyle. For example, do you participate in any sports? If you jog, do aero... Read >
Author: wbdoyle

Are New Depression Drugs Better?

17th September 2009
You probably already know about all of the new depression drugs being distributed to pharmacies and doctor's by the pharmaceutical companies - or maybe you don't. Either way, these new depression drugs are thought to help out with depression more than any... Read >
Author: Diana Ketchen

Causes and treatments for macular degeneration

16th September 2009
Just as the name reflects, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) has been a severe eye disease among people over 65. The estimated number of AMD affected Americans is 3 million by 2020. As a part of the retina, macula is responsible for sharp and central... Read >
Author: Lily Allen

Eye Care- Diabetic Retinopathy Eye Disease

11th September 2009
One of the complications that are associated with diabetes is diabetic eye disease and it is critical that you know proper eye care for this eye condition. There are three different types of diabetic eye disease: 1) Diabetic Retinopathy- Is a term... Read >
Author: Alicia McWilliams

Seeing is Believing: The Benefits of Regular Eye Tests

08th September 2009
The eyes, they say, are the windows of the soul. A person’s innermost feelings can be ascertained merely by looking into them and whether they are tired, angry, happy or pensive, the eyes can often reveal what’s going on in someone’s mind. But fr... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton

Energy to your eyes by doing exercises

07th September 2009
Sight-threatening eye problems affect one in six adults aged 45 and older. And the risk for vision loss increases with age, When your vision is off, you actually look at the side of an object to see it clearly. Test this theory and see where you currently... Read >
Author: conor

Hearing Loss - How it Relates With Vision Loss

06th September 2009
There are many studies being conducted which aims to relate hearing loss to the occurrence of vision loss among those affected by the former. Though there are many factors that may be included in such occurrences, such as genetic framework, diseases, norm... Read >
Author: Alicia McWilliams

Green Light Laser

01st September 2009
Macular Degeneration is an old age-related eye disorder and is characterized by vision loss and consequent blindness. The degradation of macula is commonly encountered in folk above sixty five years of age. Macula is that part of the retina where sharpe... Read >
Author: Rafael Franks

Improve your Vision with healthy Diet

29th August 2009
Scientists discovered that consuming a "high glycemic-index, vitamins" diet over a long period of time is associated with a higher risk of developing the early stages of a major eye disease--age-related macular degeneration, moreover any forms of blindin... Read >
Author: conor

Lutein And Low Vision

21st August 2009
Fruits and vegetables have another disease-fighting weapon to offer: Lutein. Studies show this carotenoid prevents and, to some extent, reverses vision loss, immune system problems, cancer and cardiovascular disease. With that in mind, load up your plate ... Read >
Author: Dan

Low Vision Students in Dubai

17th August 2009
Low Vision, also referred to as “partial sight, vision loss”, has been defined as “reduced central acuity or visual field loss which even with best optical correction still results in visual impairment from a performance standpoint. Low vision affec... Read >
Author: Dan

Blindness and Low Vision At Work

15th August 2009
What happens after you've hired that qualified person who is blind or low vision? Very often co-workers and supervisors have questions that center around wondering, "How do I work with him? How can I talk with her? What do I need to do differently?" ... Read >
Author: Dan

General Information on Lens Implant Surgery - Your Guide to a Brighter Future

01st August 2009
Lens implant surgery is often considered one of the best advances in recent ocular history. Before lens implant surgery, those suffering from eye vision loss would be forced to wear eyeglasses thicker than a sound proof, bullet proof window. Not anymore. ... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

Sinusitis - Prevention And Treatment

16th July 2009
Sinusitis - Prevention And Treatment Sinusitis is an inflammation, usually due to infection, of one or more of the four sets of sinus cavities within the facial skeleton. When irritated, the mucous membrane lining the sinus may swell and block the small ... Read >
Author: john daniel

How Often Should You Have An Eye Care Exam?

16th July 2009
We say our eyes are the windows of our mind. Like every other part of our bodies, our eyes are also subject to wear and tear be it from the ultra violet rays of the sun, pollution and dust in the air, transmittable diseases or stress from looking at a com... Read >
Author: ehco

Vision Improvement Courses You Can Implement Today

18th June 2009
Vision is very important. Most of us exploit the things we see and experience. Over a million people each year have some sort of severe vision loss. One of 6 folk in America over the age of 55 develops macular degeneration. Keeping your eyes in fine shape... Read >
Author: Mitchell Forbes

Throwing Some Light On Cataract Surgery

10th June 2009
Cataract is very common in old age. A cataract is a clouding that develops in the crystalline lens of the eye or in its envelope, varying in degree from slight to complete opacity and obstructing the passage of light. Although related to old age, it can s... Read >
Author: daniel.rayfield

Throwing Some Light On Cataract Surgery

09th June 2009
Cataract is very common in old age. A cataract is a clouding that develops in the crystalline lens of the eye or in its envelope, varying in degree from slight to complete opacity and obstructing the passage of light. Although related to old age, it can s... Read >
Author: daniel.rayfield

Retinal Hemorrhage – What, Why And How Of It?

04th June 2009
It is rightly believed that without vision, there is no beauty within or outside. Vision is an important and indispensable part of our body. Without eye vision, life is dull and boring. Hence it is very important to take care of your eyes. But misfortunes... Read >
Author: daniel.rayfield

Retinal Hemorrhage – What, Why And How Of It?

04th June 2009
It is rightly believed that without vision, there is no beauty within or outside. Vision is an important and indispensable part of our body. Without eye vision, life is dull and boring. Hence it is very important to take care of your eyes. But misfortunes... Read >
Author: daniel.rayfield

How the SSA determine disability

04th June 2009
The Social Security Administration has several programs that provide monetary rewards to people with qualified disabilities and around 10% of Los Angeles’ working age population (16 to 64 years old) are considered to be work disabled. This means that th... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

3 Promising Areas Of Stem Cell Research

15th May 2009
Ever since University of Wisconsin researcher James Thomson isolated human embryonic stem cells in 1998, excitement has built over the great possibilities that stem cell research could offer in terms of treating medical conditions like cancer and multiple... Read >
Author: Robert Bell

Preserve Your Vision With Lutein

07th April 2009
Have you read about this recently? Our eyes begin to degenerate as we age, causing them to lose their ability to focus and form clear images. The good news is you can actually preserve your vision with lutein by increasing its intake. Read on to find out ... Read >
Author: Frank Langella

Benefits Of Zinc Supplements To Your Body

27th March 2009
Zinc supplements provide a much needed mineral that is needed by each and every cell in your body. The body is unable to produce zinc on it’s own, which is why we need to makes sure we eat enough food that contains the mineral, drink enough water, or u... Read >
Author: suegold

All About Zinc Supplements

25th March 2009
Zinc supplements provide a much needed mineral that is needed by each and every cell in your body. The body is unable to produce zinc on it's own, which is why we need to makes sure we eat enough food that contains the mineral, drink enough water, or use ... Read >
Author: Julian Slowe

About Cataract Surgery - Information on Eye Care Issues

20th March 2009
When a person has cataracts the lens on their eye is clouded over and it is virtually impossible to see out of the eye. Only one eye may have bad cataracts or both eyes may be clouded over. When the clouding over occurs, the lens needs to be removed from ... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

Take Care of Your Childrens Eyes

19th March 2009
Bad habits would ruin your eyes, do you know? At the present, there are 30,000,000 blinds and 120,000,000 low vision patients all over the world. Poor visions have been so common that they have been ignored by people for a long time. Just go outside, an... Read >
Author: chaoticconformity

Take Care of Your Childrens Eyes

19th March 2009
When did you get your first glasses? And when did your children? I mean, apart from the number of myopia, the age of the shortsighted tends to be younger and younger. It’s interesting that an increasing number of shortsighted children are suffering f... Read >
Author: chaoticconformity

Vision Restoration Therapy – What You Need to Know abut VRT

17th March 2009
When someone suffers from a stroke or brain injury, they have many options for rehabilitation. Physical therapists can help them regain mobility, and speech therapists are available to improve slurred communications. But vision problems are another common... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

Glaucoma Overview: Learning About a Leading Cause of Blindness

10th March 2009
Glaucoma is an eye disorder that develops when pressure builds up inside of the eye. This occurs when the natural fluids inside the eye do not drain properly, or when the eye produces excess fluid. This pressure can cause damage to the optic nerve and res... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

Vitamins And Herbs May Help With Glaucoma

06th March 2009
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that affect the optic nerve and can lead to irreversible vision loss. It is usually associated with elevated fluid pressure within the eye. All forms of glaucoma can cause damage to the optic nerve and lead to vision loss... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer

Important Information About Myopia (Nearsightedness)

02nd March 2009
When you wear glasses or contacts often people will ask you if you are nearsighted or farsighted. Never do you hear them ask if you have myopia or hyperopia. Myopia is the medical term for nearsightedness and hyperopia for farsightedness. Myopia is usuall... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

Diabetic Retinopathy Education – What You Should Know

02nd March 2009
Patients with type I or type II diabetes are at risk for diabetic retinopathy, a degenerative eye disease that can lead to blindness. Despite numerous recent advances in the fields of laser eye surgery and ophthalmology, there is currently no cure for dia... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

A Brief Overview of Diabetic Retinopathy

02nd March 2009
Diabetic retinopathy is an eye disease that refers to any number of issues that individuals with diabetes may face during the course of their disorder. Diabetic retinopathy is a serious ailment that can causes moderate to severe vision loss, and even tota... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

Complications Can Happen When You Have Sinusitis

05th February 2009
A sinus infection in most cases is almost harmless, although you do become uncomfortable and sometimes experience pain. If symptoms become very severe, antibiotics generally eliminate further problems. In rare cases, however, sinusitis can be very serious... Read >
Author: jayjenson

Managing Bacterial Sinus Infection

05th February 2009
Have you ever experienced having a runny nose and cough that refuses to go away? When anything you eat seems tasteless and your sense of smell doesn’t seem to work? When you cannot do anything due to severe headache? If so, it is possible that you are s... Read >
Author: jayjenson

An Alternative to Prescription Eyeglasses

03rd February 2009
In modern times, there has been a push toward an alternative to prescription eyeglasses. With the current rise in prices, who can blame people for wanting to look for safe alternatives that cost less? Of course, they also might have heard some about the... Read >
Author: Mike

Complications Can Happen When You Have Sinusitis

02nd February 2009
A sinus infection in most cases is almost harmless, although you do become uncomfortable and sometimes experience pain. If symptoms become very severe, antibiotics generally eliminate further problems. In rare cases, however, sinusitis can be very serious... Read >
Author: jayjenson

Managing Bacterial Sinus Infection

01st February 2009
Have you ever experienced having a runny nose and cough that refuses to go away? When anything you eat seems tasteless and your sense of smell doesn’t seem to work? When you cannot do anything due to severe headache? If so, it is possible that you are s... Read >
Author: jayjenson

Nutritional Supplements and Vitamin supplements for the Eyes

15th December 2008
Eyes are the most valuable part of our body. Without this the whole world is black. It is very powerful sense in the human body. To keep this secure and healthy there are many herbal supplements, nutritional supplements and vitamin supplements. We can ... Read >
Author: Nick Mutt

Diabetes Complications – Know Before It Grabs You

15th December 2008
Diabetic is a growing concern around the world and currently developing as one of the major threats for human health with an explosive increase in the number of people diagnosed with diabetes worldwide. Approximately 29 million Americans age 20 or older h... Read >
Author: Nick Mutt

What Causes Dizziness

03rd December 2008
Many people would say that at some point or often they feel dizzy. It's uncomfortable, and sometimes alarming. Determining dizziness causes can be performing in several types of diagnosis. Dizziness may be a symptom that may be directing to other form of ... Read >
Author: TomSmith

Communicating with the Elderly

30th November 2008
We all know that the population of elderly people is growing. We also all know that many of the next elder group will be made up of baby-boomers like me. Did you realize that from the year 2000 until the year 2006, there has been a 200 percent increase in... Read >
Author: Ron Hagberg

Retinal Detachment: Time Critical Eye Emergency

25th November 2008
A detachment of the retinal can be a very serious and time critical emergency. A detached retina occurs when the retina pulls away from the supporting choroid (middle tissue) in the back of the eye, usually resulting from a hole in the retina that allows... Read >
Author: Chris Carter

About Strokes and Vision Loss

27th October 2008
Did you know that a stroke can cause vision loss? The brain is kind of like your boss, well—sort of. At least the brain is a supervisor, and probably a more effective one than your own boss at work. The brain supervises the body’s nervous system. It k... Read >
Author: AC Teeple

What is a Migraine?

20th October 2008
A migraine is an intense throbbing pain which often only affects part of the head and may involve nausea, vomiting, extreme pain, or vision disturbances. The pain may be felt behind the temples, or behind one eye or ear. Although migraines can occur a... Read >
Author: vishal

Make a Great First Impression- Take care of your Eyes

16th October 2008
You go to a party or a get-together and you come face-to-face with a person and the first thing that you look at is a person’s eyes. Are you shocked? Well it’s true! It happens so automatically that you probably never even noticed it happening. Your e... Read >
Author: Susan Hutson

Make a Great First Impression- Take care of your Eyes

16th October 2008
You go to a party or a get-together and you come face-to-face with a person and the first thing that you look at is a person’s eyes. Are you shocked? Well it’s true! It happens so automatically that you probably never even noticed it happening. Your e... Read >
Author: Susan Hutson

Symptoms, Causes and Treatments of Cataracts

14th October 2008
A cataract occurs when a clouding of the eye’s lens begins to moderately, or dramatically, affect a person’s vision. Most cataracts occur as a person ages, but there are other rare forms as well. Cataracts are a very common condition in older people, ... Read >
Author: AC Teeple

Healthy Vision and Disease Prevention

10th October 2008
Often seniors assume that poor eyesight is a natural part of growing old. By age 65, it is estimated that 1-in-3 Americans have some form of vision impairing eye disease. By detecting and treating eye disease early through annual, dilated eye exams, seni... Read >
Author: Chris Carter

Newer Lens Materials Have Not Reduced Infection

08th October 2008
Contrary to what most people and experts expect, neither the silicone hydrogel contact lenses that allow more oxygen into the eye nor its daily disposable counterparts have actually reduced the risk of dangerous eye infection, two new studies revealed in ... Read >
Author: morningshift

Zinc Supplements That You Can Take

08th October 2008
Zinc supplements provide a much needed mineral that is needed by each and every cell in your body. The body is unable to produce zinc on it's own, which is why we need to makes sure we eat enough food that contains the mineral, drink enough water, or use ... Read >
Author: Jake Saab

10 Vital Issues Required in the Management of Glaucoma

01st October 2008
Glaucoma is a silent disease that always results in blindness if not properly treated. There are several types of glaucoma, but all are a result of increased pressure within the eye, and a corresponding decrease in blood flow to the optic nerve. Like most... Read >
Author: Jay Stockman

Symptoms of Meningioma Brain Tumours

30th September 2008
Nobody has the exact same experience or meningioma symptoms. This very tricky brain tumor still has the researchers baffled and no-one has yet conclusively shown why they appear or why they choose their victims. What is apparent though is that nobody h... Read >
Author: Roy Carter

Why to Use Growth Hormone Boosters

26th September 2008
In this very age and time, everyone wants to look young, no one wants to compromise with their age. So, it is a big problem for them. But now it is no way an issue. It can be solved by taking Human Hormone Boosters (HGH) into the body. But, as far as it H... Read >
Author: Alien

Information on Incontinentia Pigmenti

24th September 2008
Incontinentia pigmenti (IP) is neurocutaneous disorders. Incontinentia pigmenti (IP) is caused by mutations in the NEMO/IKK-gamma gene, which is sited on chromosome Xq28. NEMO/IKK-gamma is the rigid subunit of the inhibitor kappa kinase (IKK) complex and ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning-The Preventable Tragedy

08th September 2008
The threat from carbon monoxide is the result of its characteristics as a colorless, tasteless and odorless gas. Exposure to carbon monoxide on a consistent basis can result in dangerous health problems leading to death. The result of carbon monoxide on t... Read >
Author: Anita

Miracles DO happen! Create your own miracle potential.

02nd September 2008
David Casanova had a heart attack on July 4th while working out at his health club, LA Fitness. CPR and the defibrillator was administered on the spot. David's heart stopped twice on the way to the hospital. No one knew at that time how much oxygen his... Read >
Author: Tim Langley, D.C.

Diabetes And Vision Problems

02nd September 2008
Back in 1950 and 60 years most people do not rate of diabetes as a major problem. At that time, all the focus was on how to deal with more diseases such as polio and tuberculosis. If diabetes was thought, it is more under the cup sugar in your coffee, rat... Read >
Author: Jack Stanley

Exercise is More about Six-Pack Abs

19th August 2008
You know that if you want to develop and attain six-pack abs, you need to combine proper diet and exercise. Since childhood, you should have been always reminded of the many advantages of doing regular physical exercise routines. You should know by heart ... Read >
Author: Melvin Ng

Soma: Feeling of Pain free life

16th August 2008
Back pain and many other sharp painful musculoskeletal situations are common in human life nowadays. People use different kinds of drugs and other formulas to get rid of these pains. For such conditions, Soma has been proven to grant relief. When this med... Read >
Author: Article Manager

Laser Blamed, Drugs Eyed

24th July 2008
Moscow ophthalmologists are questioning Russian officials' determination that retina damage in young people at a techno music festival was due to improper use of a laser gun reportedly directed at the audience, and are now saying the real cause could be d... Read >
Author: Shane

Causes of Macular Degeneration and Treatment of Macular Degeneration

07th July 2008
Macular degeneration is a medical condition predominantly found in elderly adults in which the center of the inner lining of the eye, known as the macula area of the retina, suffers thinning, atrophy, and in some cases, bleeding. This can result in loss... Read >
Author: peterhutch

Safest and Natural Cures for Neuritis

02nd July 2008
Neuritis is a term that is used to describe the inflammation of nerves and then be it a single nerve or many nerves. When inflammation takes place in the optic nerve, it is known as optic neuritis. It is this optic neuritis that becomes a cause for acute ... Read >
Author: peterhutch

Templar Arthritis Explained

18th June 2008
You may hear someone complain of being diagnosed with templar arthritis and have wondered how this is possible. After all, the only joint in the temple itself is the fused type composed of skull bones. Most likely, this person is complaining of a conditio... Read >

What is Glaucoma?

10th June 2008
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that can damage the eye's optic nerve and result in vision loss and blindness. Glaucoma occurs when the normal fluid pressure inside the eyes slowly rises. However, with early treatment, you can often protect your eyes agai... Read >
Author: peterhutch

Glaucoma – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

09th June 2008
Glaucoma damages the eye's optic nerve. It is a leading cause of blindness in the United States. It usually happens when the fluid pressure inside the eyes slowly rises, damaging the optic nerve. Often there are no symptoms at first, but a comprehensive... Read >
Author: James Sameul

Glaucoma - Symptoms of Glaucoma

09th June 2008
There are two major types of glaucoma: open-angle glaucoma and acute closed-angle glaucoma. Most glaucoma patients have open-angle glaucoma. There are usually no signs or symptoms in the early stages of open-angle glaucoma. The first sign is usually los... Read >
Author: Corwin Brown

Vision and Hearing in an Aging America

30th May 2008
We are all aware of the cliches of growing older: we get shorter, our tall tales get bigger, and we get revenge on our own children by spoiling theirs! Seriously, there are a number of things we can expect as we get older and our bodies begin to change, a... Read >
Author: BLoding

Information on Batten Disease

21st May 2008
Batten disease is a fatal, inherited disorder of the nervous system that begins in childhood. In some cases, the early signs are subtle, taking the form of personality and behavior changes, slow learning, clumsiness, or stumbling. Symptoms of Batten disea... Read >
Author: peterhutch

Advice on Low vision specialists

21st May 2008
low vision specialists Can Help You See to Engage in Daily Activities If you have low vision, you have likely been to see a number of doctors regarding this condition. A common vision problem that afflicts people aged fifty and over is age related ma... Read >
Author: Susan Slobac

Lasik Surgery: Determining a Good Candidate

13th May 2008
A large part of the worlds population have some eye conditions and vision loss. Many of us want to have 20/20 vision and I am sure that more then a quarter had dreams of it growing up. Though the ideal goal is to get to perfect vision we must understand t... Read >
Author: Dr. Brian Boxer-Wachler

Information on Correcting Vision Problems

08th May 2008
Information on Correcting Vision Problems. correcting vision problems Requires the Help of a Low Vision Specialist It is vital that everyone get regular eye examinations in order to insure good eye health, and this is particularly true of adults aged f... Read >
Author: Susan Slobac

What causes macular degeneration?

08th May 2008
Where is the macula? The macula is located in the center of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. The retina instantly converts light, or an image, into electrical impulses. The retina then sends these impulses, or nerve signal... Read >
Author: peterhutch

Complete Information on Amaurosis fugax with Treatment and Prevention

28th April 2008
Amaurosis fugax is a transitory monocular visual departure. Group, which has defined five different causes of transitory monocular blindness: embolic, hemodynamic, ocular, neurologic, and idiopathic. Concerning the pathology underlying these causes, some ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen

Why The Popularity Of The Eye Vitamins Has Increased

17th April 2008
Since so many people develop eye problems because of the too long hours spent in front of the computer screen, the popularity of the eye vitamins has increased a lot over the last decade. Taking eye vitamins is presently considered a remarkable way of sta... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu

Lasik Complications - The Major Cause Of Lasik Complication

15th April 2008
The risk of lasik complications are not great yet this doesn't mean you should be carefree during the pre-screening process. The facts are that the chances of experiencing serious complications such as vision loss are minor and if any complications do... Read >
Author: Dean Caporella

What are vision problems

28th March 2008
vision problems due to the onset of macular degeneration are quite prevalent, especially in the elderly. Macular degeneration occurs when the macula, located in the central portion of the retina in the eye, becomes weakened or damaged. The result is a l... Read >
Author: Susan Slobac

Listing macular degeneration symptoms

27th March 2008
Listing macular degeneration symptoms. Many older adults find that over time their central vision begins to diminish. This can be due to a medical condition known as macular degeneration. Central vision is used for tasks where detail vision is needed, s... Read >
Author: Susan Slobac

Low Vision Aids for Macular Degeneration

04th March 2008
If you are someone who has to deal with the day to day reality of living with macular degeneration, you know what a challenge it presents. Simple tasks such as reading, sewing and driving become more difficult, and as the condition progresses, may curtai... Read >
Author: Susan Slobac

Considering bioptic glasses for low vision

03rd March 2008
People with macular degeneration know first hand that one of the consequences of this eye condition is a loss of central vision. Central vision is used for important daily tasks such as reading, working at the computer and driving. Although there are a ... Read >
Author: Susan Slobac

Cataract Causes Symptoms Information with Treatment

02nd October 2007
A cataract is a cloudy or opaque area (an area you cannot see through) in the lens of the eye. The name cataract stems from an ancient conception of something cascading from the "brain of humors" and depositing itself in front of the lens. The retina is t... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen

Smoking Can Increase Risk of Age Related Macular Degeneration

21st September 2007
Smoking may increase your chances of developing macular degeneration as you age-one of the main causes of severe vision loss in the elderly. The University of Sydney has performed a study thatt finds strong evidence of a link between smoking and this chro... Read >
Author: EmpoweredD

Make a Donation for an Eye Institute

20th September 2007
Many people would agree that sight is probably our most precious sense. Unfortunately, in most cases, sight is impossible to recover, even when it is only partially lost. There are many things that may endanger vision, but the eye diseases are definitely ... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola

Shingles- Find Out All About Shingles

09th August 2007
Shingles- Find Out All About Shingles Shingles, correctly called as herpes zoster, is a painful skin disease. In this, a virus that also causes chicken pox affects the skin and creates bands of blisters which are full of liquid, pus, etc. The disease... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta

Vision correction can be helpful

26th July 2007
Whether you've put on glasses for a long time or have just started to need them, there is a vision correction procedure that can help enhance your vision. Most people have heard about LASIK, PRK, or LASEK. These are laser correction procedures that can he... Read >
Author: seanicasia

Let your vision get better

25th July 2007
Specs may be ancient in their origins. But as of now, they are more popular than ever, even with recent innovations in contact lenses and vision correction surgery. Still, finding the ophthalmologist who will perform your laser eye surgery is an important... Read >
Author: seanicasia

What are Migraines? : Headaches

25th July 2007
A migraine headache is a severe headache with pain felt on one or both sides of the head. The pain is typically concentrated around the front part of the head near the temples, or behind an eye or ear. The headache may last for several hours or even sever... Read >
Author: Alien

Migraines With and Without Aura : Headaches

24th July 2007
Migraines are very painful headaches where the pain tends to be on one side of the head. They can be disabling and may severely disrupt the sufferer's life. The two main forms are migraine with aura and migraine without aura. Both types usually involve pa... Read >
Author: Alien

Migraines that Affect Vision: Retinal Migraine

24th July 2007
There are various migraine types although they all share common features. The phrase 'retinal migraine' is often incorrectly used to refer to a migraine that has any visual component but this is not the case, as the visual symptoms of a retinal migraine a... Read >
Author: Alien

Eye Care

20th July 2007
Our eyes are the most beautiful wealth that we have. We wouldn’t be able to view and cherish the wonders of this awesome world if not for our eyes. Thus taking good care of our eyes is one of our primary responsibilities. There has been fantastic... Read >
Author: VRM INfotech

Preparing for Pet Car Travel

19th July 2007
So you have packed your things, checked your Pathfinder’s Nissan Pathfinder parts, and have bid your office a temporary goodbye – this is the moment you’ve been waiting for, the roadtrip, the vacation you’ve been long dreaming about. You are ... Read >
Author: Rain Stockton

When do you visit your eye doctor?

04th July 2007
Where do you go when you are having difficulty with your sight? Depending on the extent of the problem, your solution may vary. There are a lot of different types of vision specialists you could see, including an ophthalmologist, optometrist, and optician... Read >
Author: seanicasia

Why You Cant Afford To Neglect The Anti-Oxidant Micro-Nutrients

01st July 2007
Since its discovery in 1922 Vitamin E has become generally regarded as one of the body's most powerful, versatile and useful anti-oxidants. And as such its importance should not be underestimated, because anti-oxidants are the principal defense against t... Read >
Author: Steve Smith

Sunglasses-Protect your Eyes from Invisible Threats

06th June 2007
One of the biggest threats to your eyes is invisible germs, dust, and particles floating in the air. The scientific evidence has proved that long-term exposure to invisible ultraviolet radiation can certainly damage your eyes and finally lead to complete ... Read >
Author: Kirk Bachelder

Why You Need To Consider Laser Eye Surgery Risk

23rd May 2007
Laser eye surgery risk is real however, the procedure has an extremely high success rate and most people would consider the benefits far outweigh any risks associated with it. Nevertheless, as surgery, those risks are always there and while this article i... Read >
Author: Dean Caporella

Diabetes - Two Steps You Must Take to Avoid Vision Loss

26th April 2007
Back in the 1950's and 60's most people didn't rate diabetes as a major problem. Back then, all the focus was on dealing with more prominent diseases such as polio and tuberculosis. If diabetes was thought about, it was more in the context of cutting out ... Read >
Author: aron wallad

Causes for rosacea

18th April 2007
Rosacea is a skin problem that is caused by progressive vascular disorders. It begins as a mild flush across the nose, the cheeks, the chin, the forehead and sometimes on the chest and back. As the disease continues to progress, more intense symptoms star... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola

Watch Out, Diabetes Can Cause Blurred Vision or Even Blindness

12th March 2007
Here we are in the age of speed. We want everything fast. Our food (and that could be another problem), our work and searching on the internet. Now where am I going with an article about blurred vision? With diabetes reaching epidemic proportions, more an... Read >
Author: aron wallad

Diabetes Basics

12th March 2007
You have just found out you have diabetes. No reason to be alarmed. You need to make some lifestyle changes to reduce the possibility of developing a serious situation from your new found ailment. A serious situation could be a heart attack, kidney proble... Read >
Author: aron wallad

Las Vegas Historical Premier in a City of Firsts

09th February 2007
Las Vegas Historical Premier Event Winter 2007 In Las Vegas, Premier events are expected, but a true first in Nevada history is very exciting, especially for Nevada's visually impaired people (VIP's). The Grand "Eye" Opening of Las Vegas' First-Ev... Read >
Author: Thomas Berten

Medication For Treating Your Panic Attack Symptoms

30th January 2007
Panic Attacks are an emotional disorder which can completely take over your life. They make you extremely vulnerable, and you constantly question whether another panic attack is on the way. This sometimes results in sufferers being too scared to leave the... Read >
Author: Paul Simpson

Do you think you know the important facts about macular degeneration? Take the following QUIZ and ch

23rd October 2006
QUESTIONS: 1. Taking half the dosage of VisiVite or other high dose macular degeneration supplements per day has some benefit, but not as much as taking the full dose. TRUE OR FALSE 2. Centrum Silver has many more vitamins in it than VisiVite or ot... Read >
Author: Paul Krawitz

Knowing What to do During a Migraine

11th October 2006
Copyright (c) 2006 www.TriggerOptics.com When a migraine hits you unexpectedly and you do not have time to rest to rid yourself of the migraine here are some tips that will help you control the migraine and go about your daily business. Take a break... Read >
Author: Rick Cosby

The Difference Between a Migraine and a Headache

06th October 2006
Copyright 2006 www.TriggerOptics.com Although headaches and migraines seem to have similar traits there is a great deal of difference between the two. Determining which is a headache and what is a migraine is very important for medical purposes. Knowin... Read >
Author: Rick Cosby

Eye LASIK Surgery - What You Really Need To Know

04th October 2006
Eye lasik surgery is getting more and more popular these days. The reason why that many people choosing it is because you are no longer to wear eye glasses anymore. Actually, LASIK stands for Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis. Eye lasik surgery is a ... Read >
Author: rashme wong

What is Glaucoma?

08th August 2006
Copyright 2006 Michael Saville This article gives an overview of glaucoma, looking at glaucoma symptoms; the causes of glaucoma; how glaucoma is diagnosed by your doctor and finally glaucoma treatment. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases in which da... Read >
Author: Michael Saville

Babies Our future, a parent's challenge.

06th August 2006
A Baby, a newborn child, brings joy to a family. A new birth is held as a time for starting fresh and as a time when the family unit must pull together to support each other and the new addition. A human baby usually weighs somewhere between 5 and 10 p... Read >
Author: John Gibb

Your Eye Vitamins Report

28th June 2006
As doctors, it is our duty and responsibility to remain aware of new products and procedures that assist in decreasing vision loss and maintaining healthy eyes. While there is no single pill that will restore perfect vision or optimal eye health, there... Read >
Author: Dhavid Cooper

Multiple Sclerosis

09th June 2006
What is multiple sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis is a central nervous system disorder characterized by damage to the messages transmitted to and from the brain. These messages generally control the way the body works. Thus, any damage can cause problems ... Read >
Author: Anne Wolski

Essential points you need to know about migraine

09th June 2006
Migraine is one of the most common excuse people use when they can't attend a meeting or miss a class for students. In fact, it is an overused excuse next to insomniac. But this kind of headache is not a joke. It is necessary to find out the essential inf... Read >
Author: Justin Foss

Treatment for AMD

08th June 2006
Till now there is no effective cure for age-related macular degeneration. This is mainly because little is known about the cause of age-related macular degeneration. Several new treatments are in the clinical stage and most of the existing treatments only... Read >
Author: dan brown

Is Laser Eye Surgery Safe?

06th June 2006
In most cases laser eye surgery is safe. But, like any other surgical procedure there are certain risks that need to be addressed. A large number of patients have been able to stop wearing glasses after surgery and have achieved 20/40 vision, or better, t... Read >
Author: chelsea ciszewskic

Understanding the Basics of Multiple Sclerosis

04th June 2006
What is multiple sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis is a central nervous system disorder characterized by damage to the messages transmitted to and from the brain. These messages generally control the way the body works. Thus, any damage can cause problems ... Read >
Author: Anne Wolski

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

04th June 2006
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Eyes like all other organs in the body undergo wear and tear. As we age, this wear and tear starts to affect the vision. Age-related macular degeneration as the name suggests is a macular disease which mostly deve... Read >
Author: dan brown

Multiple Sclerosis - What are the Effects

04th June 2006
What is multiple sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis is a central nervous system disorder characterized by damage to the messages transmitted to and from the brain. These messages generally control the way the body works. Thus, any damage can cause problems ... Read >
Author: Anne Wolski

Smoking can harm the eyes

05th April 2006
According to recent research, smoking cigarettes incredibly increases the risk of vision loss due to age-related macular degeneration. What's more, that risk hits not only smokers but also people living with them. Macular degeneration is a progressive ... Read >
Author: Paul Douglas

Vision Insurance: Your Child's Vision and Preparing for Unforeseen Problems

08th February 2006
Today, 1 in 4 children has an undiagnosed vision problem. Although, the chances of developing a vision problem are greater if there is a history of eyesight problems in your family, many children with no such family history encounter a troublesome vision ... Read >
Author: Anna Dorbyk