Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, July 24, 2024
According to the National Sleep Foundation, a significant 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, and shockingly, 80 percent of these cases are undiagnosed. Sleep Apnea is a condition marked by abnormal breathing during sleep, often multiple times per night. It causes lower-quality sleep and affects the eyes. It’s important to know that you’re not… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, July 16, 2024
Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency (CVD), is a condition that affects a significant 300 million people worldwide. This means that a large portion of the population does not perceive color the same way as the majority. It’s a condition that alters the way their eyes interpret light, affecting approximately 1 in 12… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, July 9, 2024
Summer is officially in full swing, and what better way to escape the endless heat than to splash in cool water. Before you head out for your next swim, we want to open your eyes to some helpful eye health tips for summer fun at the pool. Protect Your Tear Film What is a tear… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, July 2, 2024
July is National Dry Eye Awareness Month. It’s important to understand that dry eye disease, a multifactorial condition, affects a significant portion of the population, with an estimated 25 million people in the United States alone. Despite its prevalence, it’s often under-recognized and under-diagnosed. We aim to equip you with the knowledge that could make… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, June 25, 2024
We welcomed summer last week, and this week, we celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27, 2024. As we approach July, which marks UV Safety Month, it’s a perfect time to grab your best sunglasses while you are out and about to enjoy your favorite summer activities. Did you know it wasn’t until the 1900s… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, June 20, 2024
Eyelashes are not just a popular beauty trend. They are a vital part of our eye health, acting as a protective barrier against debris, infection, or injury. Understanding their natural growth cycle, which occurs every six to ten weeks when they replace themselves after a few are lost, is key to maintaining their health. The… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, June 12, 2024
Our eyes are windows to our health, impressive, complex organs that need special attention. We like to empower our patients with a wealth of knowledge on their eye health, and we would like to discuss retinal detachment. According to the British Journal of Ophthalmology, Retinal Detachment is a sight-threatening condition that affects 1 in every… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, May 23, 2024
According to AAA, 43.8 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day weekend. This is a 4% increase over 2023, just shy of the record set in 2005. If you and your family plan to travel this Memorial Day weekend, we wanted to give you a few tips to prepare… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, May 14, 2024
As Memorial Day, the official pre-summer kickoff holiday, approaches, it’s crucial to remember that fireworks can pose severe risks, potentially harming not just you but also your loved ones. Did you know that 65% of all fireworks injuries involve bystanders, and 19% of those injuries affect the eyes? These statistics underscore the need for caution… Read More
Posted by: Clayton eye Center in Eye Health, May 7, 2024
May is Ultraviolet Awareness Month, and as the weather gets warmer, many of us are anticipating fun in the sun to enjoy the outdoors. Before enjoying this season’s warm weather, are you ready to shield yourself from harmful UV rays? Spending extended hours under the mid-day sun or in UV-rich surroundings, be it at the… Read More
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