Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is the most common refractive eye condition in the world and the number of people who suffer from it is steadily increasing annually, particularly among children. In fact, estimates suggest that the number of young people with myopia has doubled in the last half century. It is progressive, meaning that without treatment, it will get progressively worse.

A comprehensive eye exam is as crucial as back-to-school supplies are for your child’s success in school. It’s important to remember that kids are primarily visual learners. Many basic learning skills are related to good eyesight. These include near and distance vision, focusing skills, eye movement skills, peripheral awareness, binocular coordination, and hand-eye coordination. Routine vision screening from an early age is necessary for catching risk factors that can lead to irreversible visual impairment.

Our eyes rely on a constant supply of tear film to stay healthy. Made from a combination of water, oil and proteins, tear film is released by the glands around our eyes every time we blink.

Keeping your eyes safe from the sun is essential if you are going to protect the long-term health of your eyes and your vision. UV damage is just as dangerous for our eyes as for our skin, and research has found that people who experience significant UV exposure without adequate protection are much more likely to go on to develop a range of ocular problems.

Ever wondered why, despite having two eyes, you only see a single visual image? What you see is the result of signals sent from the eyes to your brain. Eye misalignment occurs when the eyes don’t work well together as a team, causing them not to stay straight.

Orthokeratology is a new technique that is being used to treat refractive eye conditions. Here's what you need to know about Orthokeratology also known as Ortho-K.

Dry eyes can be a painful condition. It can make it difficult to focus on objects because of the dry, stiff feeling in your eyes. If you have to constantly blink to make enough moisture, you may be suffering from dry eyes. The good news is that there are several treatments available to you.

Dry eyes are a common condition that can affect our day to day life. Antioxidants have been shown to be effective in relieving some of the symptoms associated with dry eye by reducing inflammation and counteracting oxidative stress. Lucky for us, increasing the number of antioxidants in our bodies is easy since they can be found in many of the foods we already eat. Keep reading to find ways to increase your intake of antioxidants in order to relieve the symptoms of dry eye. 

Most people will experience dry eye syndrome at some point during their lifetime, even if they don’t realize it. If they don’t, it is often because their condition resolves itself fairly quickly and without the need for professional intervention. However, for a percentage of sufferers, the symptoms that they experience will come and go for months or even years. At this point, it becomes known as chronic dry eye and professional treatment is nearly always necessary to provide relief from the condition.

Contact lenses are a very popular choice amongst patients who wear contact lenses. They offer greater versatility, enabling patients to see clearly without wearing frames that affect the appearance of their face, and helping the wearer to participate in activities that are impossible or ill-advised when wearing glasses.