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What are Cataracts? Cataracts are essentially the clouding of the eye that prevents passage of light into the eye and affects vision. This clouding occurs on the eye’s natural lens, which lies behind the iris and pupil. Courtesy of AllAboutVision.com, here are three different types of cataracts. Why Do Cataracts Occur? Most cataracts are related… Read More
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Something strange has been happening to people who stay too long in space: The backs of their eyeballs start to flatten. Spider-web-like marks called choroidal folds crisscross the thin layer of blood vessels and connective tissue that surround their retinas. Their vision goes blurry, their optic nerves become inflamed. The damage can last long after… Read More
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HOW to thank & serve the veterans in your life, & the veterans who protect & serve all of our lives… Florida Eye is a proud sponsor of Dine for Veterans, an event created to raise funds and bring awareness to the thousands of our local Veterans suffering from “invisible war wounds”: traumatic brain injury… Read More
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All of us at Florida Eye are thrilled to have another wonderful, dedicated intern from Palm Beach State College’s Ophthalmic Tech Program. Hope Piggot is fantastic, and she is a welcome addition to our Florida Eye family. Below is a quick Q&A with Hope. We think you’ll find her special too. How do you like… Read More
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J. Bruno recently underwent cataract surgery with Florida Eye’s Jonathan Criss, M.D., and the delighted woman had nothing but good things to say about the cataract surgeon. “I’m so glad I met Dr. Criss. He suggested I try two different lenses – different strengths in each eye – and it’s been amazing, It has literally… Read More
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Many of the annual 2.5 million eye injuries occur at home. From cleaning and cooking to mowing and repairing, eye injuries occur every day while performing routine activities. When completing these daily tasks in and around the home, we often become complacent and do not take proper safety precautions. Dr. Jonathan Criss joins the American… Read More
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Visual impairment due to diabetic retinopathy (DR) is rising worldwide, and diabetic eye disease is now the fifth most common cause of blindness, new research shows. According to Retina & Vitreous Specialist Joseph Nezgoda, M.D., this study from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation highlights the devastating effects of Diabetic Eye Disease worldwide and here… Read More
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Did you know… Your eyes are almost the same size as they were when you were born. If you’re blind, but were born with sight, you probably still see images in your dreams. Your eye can distinguish between 50,000 shades of grey. Read more fascinating eye facts, with pictures!
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One in Four Children Is Affected by Vision Problems Florida Eye Recommends Having Your Child’s Eyes Examined Once a Year, Every Year It’s the beginning of a new school year and perhaps you’ve been busy buying new school clothes, supplies, lunch boxes and everything in between. But, did you take the time to have your… Read More
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August is National Eye Exam month, the perfect time to book a comprehensive eye exam with your favorite eye doc. The Vision Council of America notes that 12.2 million Americans require some sort of vision correction. Can you believe that nearly 50% of parents with children under 12 have never taken their children to an… Read More
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