In 2017, data from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission revealed that almost 13,000 emergency and eye care clinic admission cases were related to fireworks. Of this number, 36% were injuries to the eyes, ears and face. What’s more telling is that a majority of these cases occurred between the months of June and July. This obvious […]
How You Can Manage Pre-Surgery Anxiety
While it’s normal to feel nervous before undergoing a surgical procedure, excessive anxiety can actually increase your risk of feeling pain during an operation. A study found that patients with high levels of pre-surgery anxiety are more likely to feel pain during cataract surgery. […]
Tips for Minimizing Digital Eye Strain
Many people spend up to nine hours a day on their computer. Too much screen time can cause an eye problem called computer vision syndrome (CVS), also knowns as digital eye strain. According to research, between 50% and 90% of people who regularly work on computers experience CVS symptoms. […]