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Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on September 15, 2020

Did you know that 17% of  Americans who are 65 and older have a vision condition that glasses or contacts can’t fix? Are you aware that there is a month dedicated to healthy aging? September is dedicated to educating people about healthy aging. But most adults neglect to see their ophthalmologist for eye care.  Keep reading… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on August 28, 2020

Are you starting to find it difficult to drive at night? Have you been seeing halos around lights? These are signs that you could be developing cataracts. Cataracts are one of the most common eye conditions that you may develop.  There are many misconceptions about cataracts that patients hear. Keep reading to learn some of the… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Children on August 14, 2020

Do you wonder what you should be doing to keep your children’s eyes healthy and safe? Are you aware that there’s a whole month dedicated to this very topic? Once August arrives, it is time to start thinking about your kids and what they need for going back to school. As you put together the… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in LASIK on July 28, 2020

Are you wearing contact lenses every day? Do you wonder what life would be like if you didn’t need glasses or contacts?  Glasses and contacts improve your vision, but they can also make your life more challenging. If you are thinking about getting LASIK, then it’s worth talking to eye your doctor about it.  The… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on July 15, 2020

Did you know that there is an entire month dedicated to UV safety in July? UV rays are bad for your eyes, which is why you don’t look right at the sun and you wear sun protection.  Despite knowing these things, people would rather be outdoors enjoying their favorite activities. But it doesn’t change the… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on June 30, 2020

Do your eyes hurt more often than not? Are you trying to figure out how to treat them?  No one likes experiencing pain, especially eye pain. Your eyes can be sensitive, so it can be difficult to know how to treat pain when it occurs.  Eye pain is a pretty common feeling to experience. There… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on June 15, 2020

Are you seeing halos around lights? Does that make you worried about what’s going on with your vision?  A sign that you could have cataracts is seeing halos around lights. This is only one of several symptoms of having cataracts. Understanding what cataracts are, the signs and symptoms, risk factors, and how to treat them is key. … Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in LASIK on May 29, 2020

Do you want to be able to play sports or swim without worrying about your contacts? Are you always forgetting your contact solution at home?  Glasses and contact lenses can improve your vision but they can also be a big inconvenience. If you want to be able to enjoy your summer and you’re tired of… Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on May 15, 2020

Are you trying to learn more about how you can keep your eyes healthy? Did you know there is a whole month dedicated to healthy vision?  May is Healthy Vision Month. Why do we need a whole month dedicated to healthy vision? It’s important to educate people and help them realize their vision is priceless. … Read More

Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in General Eye Health on April 30, 2020

Do you or a loved one play sports? Are you aware of the importance of wearing eye protection while playing sports?  Every year there are thousands of sports-related eye injuries in the United States. Many of these injuries could have been prevented if the proper eye protection was worn.  To educate people about the importance… Read More