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Ways to Manage Presbyopia
Are you over 40 and finding it harder to read small print or focus on things up close? If so, you might be dealing with presbyopia, an age-related eye condition. Presbyopia occurs when the lens in...
Setting Your Child Up for Success: The Value of Regular Eye Exams Throughout the School Years
Parents are always looking for ways to set their children up for success in school, sports, and everyday life. While many factors come into play, one crucial element that is often overlooked is the...
Get Frequent Headaches? You May Have a Vision Problem
Headaches are common, and many people experience them from time to time. However, if you suffer from frequent headaches, it may be a sign of a deeper issue. In some cases, frequent headaches have...
Eye Health and Genetics: What You Need to Know
Eye health is an essential aspect of our overall well-being, and it can be affected by various factors, including genetics. Our genes determine many aspects of our eye health, including the...
The Benefits of Blue Light Blocking Glasses
In today's world, screens are everywhere. We use our computers, phones, and tablets for everything from work to entertainment. While technology has made our lives easier and more connected,...
Women’s Eye Health & Safety Month: Tips for Optimal Eye Health
April is Women's Eye Health and Safety Month, which means it’s the perfect time to raise awareness about the unique eye health challenges that women face. Women are more susceptible to developing...
Digital Eye Strain: What You Should Know
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, and what better time to increase awareness of digital eye strain? If you’re reading this on a laptop or smartphone, chances are you already know about the...
Age-Related Macular Degeneration: What You Should Know
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, an important time to spread the word about this degenerative eye disease. Age-related macular degeneration or AMD causes progressive...
How to Identify Vision Problems in Children
Proper vision is essential for children to develop and learn. Unfortunately, they are often unable to express any vision problems they may have. As a parent or guardian, it’s important to be aware...
Winter Eye Health Tips
As the colder weather sets in, it's important to take extra care of your eyes. At Vision Center, LTD in Shelton, CT and Waterbury Eye Associates in Waterbury, CT, we want to share some tips to help...
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
Did you know that diabetic eye disease is the leading cause of blindness in adults in the United States? November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, so it's the perfect time to learn more...
Halloween Eye Safety Tips
It’s the spooky season again! Halloween can be so much fun for children and adults. Every year, millions of people—both kids and adults—dress up for Halloween. And while costumes and makeup can add...
Diabetes and Your Eyes
Diabetes is a serious condition that can lead to several health complications, including problems with your eyes. In fact, diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness in adults aged...
5 Reasons to Get an Eye Exam
People are busier than ever these days, and it can be easy to put off scheduling an eye exam, especially if you feel like your vision is fine. Getting an eye exam is about more than your vision,...
June is Cataract Awareness Month
Cataracts are very common. They affect millions of people in the United States; in fact, they are the leading cause of vision loss in the country, and the leading cause of blindness in the world....
Healthy Eyes and Vision Tips
We all enjoy May in Connecticut because that usually means the weather starts getting nicer and we can spend more time outside. May is special for another reason, too! It’s Healthy Vision Month, as...
Top Tips for Women to Maintain Healthy Eyes and Vision
April is Women’s Eye Health and Safety month. Here are some tips from Vision Center and Waterbury Eye Associates on how to maintain healthy eyes and vision.