Category Archives: Eye Diseases

The Key to Overall Good Health

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Kim Heffner

How can you make sure your overall health stays as good as it can be? The answer can be found at your local eye doctor. Your Indiana optometrist does more than simply check your vision; they can detect numerous systemic … Continue reading →

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Pretty, Pretty Pink Eye

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Ellen Horn

If you have ever had pink eye (also known as conjunctivitis), you know how awful the sticky, gooey infection is. And if you are a woman, you know how expensive it is to replace your makeup. If you want to … Continue reading →

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Does Good Vision Equal Good Eye Health?

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Kim Heffner

Can you see signs clearly and read without glasses? If so, you probably have good vision. But you don’t necessarily have good eye health. Please allow me to explain. For many people, good vision means good eye health, but that … Continue reading →

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Prevent Loss of Sight From AMD

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Kim Heffner

AMD, or age-related macular degeneration, is a leading cause of vision loss for Americans age 65 and older. That’s why Prevent Blindness America focuses on creating awareness on the topic during the month of February. As you age, your risk … Continue reading →

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5 Tips to Save Your Vision

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Kim Heffner

Don’t be one of the 20 million Americans who suffer from severe vision loss! Try these simple tips from The American Academy of Ophthalmology to keep your eyes healthy and prevent future vision loss. Wear sunglasses – Sunglasses help delay … Continue reading →

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