Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in News
Stress is one factor that affects most of us in our busy lives, and health conditions from stress are common. However, did you know that stress can also affect your eyes? When life feels too busy or demanding, your eyes can pay the price like the rest of your body does during those emotionally difficult… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
From the moment you wake up to the moment you close your eyes to sleep, your eyes play an essential role in your ability to navigate the world. Just as your body ages, so too will your eyesight begin to change as you grow older. Some changes are driven by heredity, and the elements of… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in Glaucoma
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a necessary time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal sight without warning and is the leading cause of irreversible blindness. The most common forms of glaucoma primarily affect the middle-aged and the elderly, but glaucoma can affect… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in News
What an exciting time of the year! ‘Tis the season of holiday cheer, family traditions, shopping, and giving gifts to the ones we love. As we prepare our holiday shopping list, some popular toys may not be the best gift for your child. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, about a quarter of a… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in News
Our eyesight is one of our most treasured senses. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 34.1 million adults in the United States currently smoke cigarettes. Smoking cigarettes does increase your risk of developing heart disease, stroke, and cancer, but did you know that smoking can also harm your eye health… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in News
This Thursday marks the Thanksgiving holiday, and we want to let you know we are so thankful for you! We love this time of the year because it is an opportunity to give thanks, putting us in a festive mood of gratitude all season long. We want to take the time to express an attitude… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
Can you believe that Thanksgiving will be upon us next week? Before you start planning your Thanksgiving dinner feast, we want to share a few menu options to add to your traditional recipes that include a few eye-healthy choices. The nutrient-rich diet’s holiday greens and the reds, yellows, oranges contribute to an eye-healthy medley Thanksgiving… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in Glaucoma
Did you know that November is Diabetes Awareness Month? We want to inform our patients that it is also Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, founded in 1998 by Prevent Blindness, making it a great time to shine the spotlight on prevention for patients diagnosed with diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
Are you ready to celebrate and have fun this Halloween? Creating your Halloween costumes and putting the extra finishes on your costume look to indulge in a fun expression of your personality, but if you are not careful in what you choose, your costume could lead to a trip to the eye doctor. Thinking of… Read More
Posted by: Georgia Eye Associates in General
Conjunctivitis, usually referred to as pink eye, is a prevalent eye condition. Pink eye is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, irritated by a virus, bacteria, or allergies where the eyes are inflamed and red. Some types of pink eye are very contagious and can quickly spread from person to person. There are many misconceptions about… Read More
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