We need to process information through visual cues, but now, our lifestyle requires more than just visual cues from our eyes. Being the first receptors of any information, our eyes process much information daily. Our whole day is spent in front of giant screens or doing something so small and concise that we put ourselves and our eyes under too much strain! The good thing is that our eyes protect...
With winter approaching, our indoor heating comes to the rescue. But, as much as it provides warmth and coziness, what this brings potentially harms our health in ways we never expected—especially your eyes. We often forget how Indoor Heating can be a cause of eye discomfort and dryness and this may lead to permanent damage if we do not take care. At Eyes on Brickell, we are committed to...
As summer ends and back-to-school season begins, parents are busy with new backpacks and school supplies. But there's one important thing that often gets overlooked: your child's eye health. August, designated as National Children's Eye Health and Safety Month, serves as a timely reminder to prioritize this essential aspect of a child's well-being. Vision problems that aren’t caught early can make it hard for kids to succeed in school and enjoy...
Smoking only harms your lungs? Think again! The truth is that smoking can seriously harm your eyes in several ways. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Smoking can cause lung disease, heart disease, cancer, and many other serious health problems, but it can also harm your eyes, including a high range of eye problems, cataracts, which cause the lens of the eye to become cloudy and impair vision. These problems...
Excited about the solar eclipse 2024 falling on April 8? It's indeed a breathtaking celestial event, but remember, viewing it directly can cause serious damage to your eyesight. The sun's intense radiation can cause retinal burns, resulting in permanent vision impairment or loss. So, it's important to ensure your eyes are protected with the right filters such as using solar eclipse glasses to view it safely. At Eyes on Brickell,...
Dry eyes develop when tears evaporate quickly or when the eyes generate insufficient tears. The situation is quite common in humans and sometimes in animals also. It can affect one or both eyes, which can lead to inflammation. For the treatment of dry eye, we suggest visiting a Dry Eye Center in Miami. Dry eye syndrome can affect persons of any age, regardless of their overall health. However, the situation primarily...
If you are a contact lenses wearer, you may want to think twice before putting them in because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts suggest that it’s time to put your Contact Lens Service on the shelf and dazzle the world with your frames because wearing glasses can help you stop touching your face which is a key way any virus is spread including the novel Coronavirus currently spreading across...
Diabetes is a metabolic disease that influences how your body uses glucose, or sugar. Around 26 million Americans are diabetics, and approximately one in each three adults beyond 60 years old has the disease. One of the side effects of diabetes is that it can weaken blood vessels in the body, including the eyes. There are a few eye conditions that are associated with diabetes, so it is insightful to...
With regards to your child’s health and their ability to thrive in school and beyond, the quality of their vision can be one of the most important aspects. Many children experience early childhood and even into their school years with undiscovered Eye Conditions that may negatively influence them. The issue with vision problems in kids is that the initial symptoms may not generally be clear to the child or their...
Many of us think that the only solution to improve eyesight is through artificial mediums such as wearing prescription glasses, Contact Lenses or through LASIK eye surgeries or medical remedies. What we do not know is that there are hundreds of natural ways that can help improve our eyesight without any side effects. If you are suffering from an eyesight problem and looking for the best ways how to increase...
