Recent News For Eyecare and Protection

Seeing Clearly: The Benefits of Routine Eye Exams in Paducah Kentucky Your eyes are one of the primary ways you experience the world, but it's easy to take them for granted and skip routine eye exams. However, regular exams from a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist are an essential part of preventative health care. If you're hesitating to go to the eye doctor in Paducah, Kentucky, here are [...]

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Visit an Independent Eye Doctor for Your New Glasses The time has come for new glasses, and you're planning on seeing the eye doctor soon. Why is it that you don't order your specs from the optometrist versus buying them online? You don't know how the frames will look on your face or even how they'll fit when you buy them virtually. Sure, you can upload a photo and have the glasses superimposed [...]

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In the United States, 120,000 cases of blindness result from glaucoma out of 2.3 million cases. That's about 5% compared to site impairment which impacts 10% of these cases. It's important to seek treatment as quickly as possible to avoid loss of vision. Will You Go Blind? If you're like many people, once faced with a diagnosis of glaucoma, the first question that comes to mind is whether you [...]

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Make these resolutions to preserve your vision in 2019 and beyond As the end of the year nears, people all over the Paducah, KY area are excited about the holiday season, the new year and making new year resolutions. However, many dread the thought of a new year's resolution. For many, it's a lofty goal they set but know they'll never reach. However, by picking a more attainable goal, you can [...]

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Why you should think more about proper lighting There are so many things to worry about in this world. Whether it’s crime, natural disasters or just the unexpected, it’s safe to say there are plenty of things to occupy our minds. However, one thing that people don’t worry about enough is their lighting. We take being able to see things for granted, but lighting is more than being able to [...]

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Watch out for these vision problems When it comes to our sight, many times we take it for granted. However, sight is a fragile sense that you’ll miss sorely when it starts to deteriorate. Luckily, you can always call a professional when you notice issues with your eyes. While not everything signals a problem, it’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your eyesight. Here are a few [...]

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If you notice these things, you may have vision problems As we age, our bodies begin to break down. It’s unfortunate, but it’s a part of life, and your vision is no different than the rest of your body. While it’s scary to think about, you can prevent and reduce the effect of some of these age-related eye problems by staying on top of your eye health. This means having your eyes checked [...]

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Here are your options for protecting your eyes on the playing field With school starting up again, that means fall sports are right around the corner. While this may get lost in the excitement of the back-to-school time, it’s important to ensure that anybody participating in sporting events has the right equipment needed to protect their eyes. While eye injuries are common in almost all [...]

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Here’s why you can’t skip the back-to-school eye exam When it comes time for back-to-school, things can get hectic, especially for families with multiple children. Between school supplies and new shoes, your back-to-school checklist can keep getting longer, causing things to fall through the cracks. Don’t let one of those things be an eye exam for your children. Eye exams are important [...]

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Your questions about sunglasses: answered With summer here, people all over the Paducah, KY, area are taking to backyard pools, lakes and rivers to enjoy all that summer weather has to offer. Likewise, it’s important to keep sunglasses handy wherever you go this summer. Sunglasses block out UV rays that can damage vision and really ruin your summer fun. However, what type of sunglasses do you[...]

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