Sun Exposure and Eye Damage: Understanding the Risks

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Apr 8, 2024 3:59:04 PM

After witnessing the eclipse, it's crucial to understand the impact of the sun on your eyes. If you used eclipse-specific eyewear to observe the event, that's great! Make sure to safeguard your eyes from harmful UV rays by being aware of the dangers of sun exposure.

Understanding the Impact of UV Rays on Eye Health

Exposure to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays can have a detrimental effect on your eye health. UV rays are a form of radiation that can damage the cells in your eyes, leading to various eye conditions and vision problems.

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Give Your Eyes A Break!

by The Rochester Eye & Laser Team on Dec 19, 2023 11:57:51 AM

BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP

*Flail*

BLINK BLINK BLINK

Your first conscious action of the day: awkwardly flounder for your smartphone to stop the dreadful noise.

Sound familiar? According to The Vision Council’s Digital Eye Strain Report, using your phone as an alarm is standard procedure for around 55% of us.

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HOW TO DONATE OR REPURPOSE YOUR OLD EYEGLASSES

by Caleb Leonard on Dec 4, 2023 9:43:00 AM

Our eyeglasses have a relatively brief lifespan. Whether our prescription changes, our frames break, or we just want to update our look, we replace our glasses all the time. But before you toss those old frames in the trash, discover how to donate or repurpose your old eyeglasses with this helpful guide.

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