Avoid Eye Strain Triggers at Work

It seems nearly impossible to escape the TV screens, phone screens, and computer screens that  are constantly demanding our attention.  According to research, it may be a good idea to attempt to avoid these eye strain triggers.  More than 50 percent of people who work on a computer have symptoms of eye problems.  These screens […]

Watery Eyes are a Major Nuisance

Waking up with watery, goopy, and irritated eyes is not the best way to start your day. My roommate and I both seem to struggle with this watery eye nuisance  every morning. It is a little difficult to carry out daily morning duties when your eye has turned into a mucky swamp. Here’s the scoop. […]

Health Fair has its Perks

Who would have thought attending a health fair could be the first step in taking control of your eye health? Health fairs are an ideal place to receive free screenings, educate yourself on preventative care, and find new health providers. Not to mention, it is like a giveaway heaven at these events! Health fairs are […]

Anti-Reflective Lenses Explained by Dr. Tavel

So your optician suggested purchasing anti-reflective lenses. What exactly are Clarifiers® and why should you invest in them? According to Allaboutvision.com, anti-reflective (AR) coating eliminates reflections of light from the front and back surface of eyeglass lenses. This allows for 99.5 percent of light to enter through the lens. Anti-reflective coating has multiple benefits. They eliminate […]

The Perfect Weekend for a Polarized Lens

A few days at Indiana Beach was a great way to spend my Fourth of July weekend. I got to break in my first pair of  Purifier®  polarized sunglasses while swimming in the lake, grilling out, and laying  in the sun . It was much easier to bear the drive home knowing I was able to […]

An Eye Injury Guide for the Fourth of July

Watching booming balls of fire explode in the sky is a tradition we have enjoyed for years. The Fourth of July is filled with fun events and activities, but can create eye injury issues that can be prevented. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 9,000 firework-related injuries occur each year and 60 percent […]