Do You Protect Your Eyes From UV Radiation? Nearly Half of U.S. Adults Don’t! Despite the damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation (UV) to eyes and vision, 40 percent of U.S. adults do not wear sunglasses while outdoors, and nearly half of drivers do not...
A Closer Look: Dr. Tom Harbin’s Trip to Antarctica Outside of the office, I like to be outdoors. I serve on the board of the state chapter of The Nature Conservancy to try to preserve our environment. In late 2012, my wife and I went on a three week trip to...
Ease Itchy Eyes This Allergy Season If you suffer from allergy symptoms, here are five ways to alleviate your itchy eyes: 1. Avoid Allergens: Sensitivity to different allergens differs from person to person. If pollen triggers your allergies, avoid going outside when...
Eye Care Mistakes: Five Things We Think We Know About Our Vision Old wives tales and misinformation online can create a lot of confusion, especially concerning health care. When it comes to eye health, it’s important to know the facts so you can protect your vision....
Does Taking Aspirin Raise Your Risk of AMD? People who take aspirin for health reasons and are also concerned about age-related macular degeneration (AMD) may be worried about news reports from three recent studies. All three found that people who take aspirin...
Do You Know What These Symptoms Might Mean? Do you know what these symptoms might mean? – Straight lines, such as a telephone pole or door frame, may appear wavy – A dark or empty spot may block the center of vision – Written words or type may appear...
