Dry Eyes - My Search for AnswersI don’t know about you, but when I am told I have a new health condition, I want to know why. Is it because of genetics, or perhaps something I did... By Sharon Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Credible Health InformationThere's a lot of health information available on the internet these days. From personal blogs to online magazines to government websites and beyond, advice about your health can be found... By BridgetGawinowicz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Eye Care Is Self CareBecause I am a doctor of optometry, it is pretty automatic for me to recommend and educate patients about the triad that has become the foundation of most dry eye... By Essence Johnson, OD, FAAO2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Chronic Dry Eye in the Age of ZoomFor many of us, the pandemic cut down on the amount of time we spend with people and dramatically increased the amount of time we spend with screens. From Zoom... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Chronic Dry Eye and Other Eye ConditionsChronic dry eye (CDE) is a common disease that happens when your eye does not make enough tears or there is a problem with the tears that are made. Recent... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Experience with Punctal PlugsIf nothing else, my punctal plug story is entertaining. Hopefully, you will find it informative as well if you are considering having the procedure. These tiny inserts, placed in the... By Erica Osborne3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Can Chronic Dry Eye Be Cured?Chronic dry eye (CDE) is a common condition, especially in older people. In CDE, the eyes either do not produce enough tears, or the tears are not of good quality... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Doctor Who ListensSince being diagnosed with macular degeneration in 2014 and with chronic dry eye three years ago, I have frequently experienced frustration with my doctors. Far too often I feel like... By Sharon Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Chronic Dry Eye - No Quick FixI was searching for ten years before I finally got a diagnosis of chronic dry eye. I went to more than thirty doctors in the past ten years. Hardly any... By English Elliott3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Can You Wear Contact Lenses If You Have Chronic Dry Eye?Mild or occasional dry eyes can be annoying or uncomfortable, but chronic dry eye can cause serious problems. Treatment for chronic dry eye depends on the underlying cause. The treatment... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Vitamin A Deficiency and Chronic Dry EyeOur bodies need vitamins to grow and develop normally. Vitamins provide energy and play a role in many processes that help us stay healthy. Vitamin A is a key nutrient... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Read the Label: My Favorite Clean Makeup ProductsAs I’ve lived with dry eyes, I’ve become more aware of the ingredients in the products that I use on a daily basis – especially in my makeup. At one... By Erica Osborne3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Chronic Dry Eye and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Spotlight: Black EyeCare Perspective (Part 2)Black EyeCare Perspective, an organization created by Black optometrists, helps facilitate better dialogue between eye care professionals and the Black community. We talked to Doctors Essence Johnson and Jacobi Cleaver... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Journey With Chronic Dry EyeIt was time for my annual eye checkup; always scary since my diagnosis with macular degeneration at age 66. I knew something new was going on with my vision. My... By Sharon Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Are Over-the-Counter Redness Relief Eye Drops Useful for Chronic Dry Eye?Redness relief eye drops, which include eye drops from brands like Visine or Clear Eyes, are well known. You have probably seen commercials for them on TV or the internet... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Spotlight: Black EyeCare Perspective (Part 1)Bias in healthcare disproportionately affects communities of color, which can result in delayed or incorrect diagnoses, more stress, and other negative outcomes. Black optometrists also account for less than 2... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Are Smartphones Linked to Dry Eye in Young People?With so many young people using smartphones, it is natural to wonder if staring at a small screen for long periods of time is having an effect on their eyes... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Coming to Terms With Dry Eye Disease While Keeping Hope AliveLearning to live with chronic dry eyes is a process of realization, grief, and grit – it’s both physical and emotional. Let me explain. When my symptoms began, I thought... By Erica Osborne3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments